Security Officer

Ardent Health Services; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Paid time off

Health benefits

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Harker Heights, TX, is seeking a day-shift, full-time Security Officer to protect patients, staff, and property. The role involves patrolling hospital grounds, securing facilities, and responding to safety incidents to maintain a secure environment.

The ideal candidate will have healthcare or law enforcement/military experience, and Texas security licenses with the ability to obtain the Level 3 license within 90 days of hire. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ healthcare-specific experience or relevant experience in law enforcement or military service.
• Experience prioritizing, conducting, and documenting investigations.
• Level 2 Security license issued by the State of Texas; Level 3 license required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property on hospital premises and patrol buildings and grounds.
• Secure, unlock, and protect hospital buildings and respond to security needs.
• This position is safety-sensitive.

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day-shift, full-time, Security Officer in Harker Heights, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is an 83-bed acute care hospital offering services such as Cardiology, Emergency Services and a Level IV Trauma Designated ER, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Total Joint Replacement, Gastroenterology, Diagnostic Services and more.

Responsibilities

The Security Officer plays a critical role in protecting the life and property of all persons on the premises and patrols hospital buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, and vandalism. Secures, unlocks, and protects hospital buildings. Responds to security needs of hospital personnel, patients, and visitors. This position is safety-sensitive.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ healthcare-specific experience or relevant experience in law enforcement or military service.
• Experience prioritizing, conducting, and documenting investigations.
• Level 2 Security license issued by the State of Texas.
• Level 3 Security license issued by the State of Texas required within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Healthcare-specific knowledge and experience.