Security Officer

College Medical Center Phoenix; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

College Medical Center Phoenix seeks a FULL-TIME Security Officer to safeguard patients, visitors, and staff across morning and night shifts. You will patrol interior and exterior areas, enforce access control, and respond to incidents with CPI and de-escalation techniques.

You will collaborate with clinical and administrative teams, document incidents clearly, and maintain certifications through ongoing training to uphold a safe healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an on-site Security Officer preferred.
• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• Current Arizona Guard Card required.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Working knowledge of general security operations, procedures, and related legal limitations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine patrols of interior and exterior areas to ensure the safety and security of patients, staff, and visitors.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas; verify identification and enforce access control policies.
• Respond promptly to security incidents, alarms, and emergency situations, following established protocols.
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and CPI strategies to manage disruptive or potentially violent behaviors.
• Assist in physical interventions and restraints when necessary, in accordance with policy and training.
• Document all incidents, observations, and actions in clear, accurate, and timely reports.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to support a safe healthcare environment.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and report safety hazards or policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Participate in required drills, ongoing training, and continuing education to maintain certifications and skills.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Access control

Crisis de-escalation

Security awareness

Education

BLS for Healthcare Providers

CPI certification

Arizona Guard Card

Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

College Medical Center Phoenix is proud to be part of College Health Enterprises. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of customer service, delivered with warmth, friendliness, and organizational pride. Become part of a team that offers a respectful environment, flexibility, a tight-knit group, and the autonomy to utilize your knowledge and experience.

Job Summary

We are seeking a full-time Security Officer for the morning and night shifts. The Security Team is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all patients, visitors, and staff members at the hospital.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an on-site Security Officer preferred
• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card required
• Current Arizona (AZ) Guard Card required
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification required within 30 days of hire
• Working knowledge of general security operations, procedures, and related legal limitations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Job-Specific Duties

• Perform routine patrols of interior and exterior areas to ensure the safety and security of patients, staff, and visitors
• Monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas; verify identification and enforce access control policies
• Respond promptly to security incidents, alarms, and emergency situations, following established protocols
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and CPI strategies to manage disruptive or potentially violent behaviors
• Assist in physical interventions and restraints when necessary, in accordance with policy and training
• Document all incidents, observations, and actions in clear, accurate, and timely reports
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to support a safe healthcare environment
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and report safety hazards or policy violations to appropriate personnel
• Participate in required drills, ongoing training, and continuing education to maintain certifications and skills

If you are passionate about making a difference and seeking a supportive team environment to grow your skills, we welcome your application.

Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for CMC Phoenix roles, including but not limited to shift differential and other special pay practices. The posted compensation for the position is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay that CMC Phoenix in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.