Security Officer - Full Time - Mid Shift - 8hr ICH

Emanate Health; Covina (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Eemanate Health is seeking a Security Officer to patrol hospital facilities and respond to incidents, ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors in compliance with federal, state, and hospital policies.

The role requires a CA Guard Card, CA Driver’s License, and a 90‑day window to obtain BLS certification. Prior security or military experience is preferred, with strong communication and customer service skills essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; one year security experience preferred.
• Must have strong communication and customer service skills.
• Must have valid California Guard Card and California Driver’s License; AHA-BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Two years of continuous driving experience in California; clean driving record; no major convictions.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and responds to calls across hospital grounds and facilities.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors while complying with laws and hospital policies.
• Operates within departmental procedures and handles high-pressure situations with tact.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Observation skills

Hospital environment familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

CCTV

Job description

Everyone at Emanate Health plays a vital role in the care we deliver. No matter what department you belong to, the work you do at Emanate Health affects lives.

When you join Emanate Health, you become part of a team that works together to strengthen our communities and grow as individuals.

Job Summary

Reports directly to the Security Supervisor. Patrols and responds to calls throughout all areas of the hospital. Maintains a safe/secure environment for patients, employees and visitors by upholding applicable Federal/State laws and Emanate Health policies in an effective and tactful manner. Although tasks are performed within established departmental operating procedures, decision‑making is varied and performed routinely under moderate pressure and occasionally under extreme stress.

Job Requirements

• a. Minimum Education Requirement : High School Diploma, equivalent or one year of security experience.
• b. Minimum Experience Requirement : One year experience in security, law enforcement or military is preferred. Must be familiar with hospital environment. Must have working knowledge of electronics, access control system, electronics locking hardware, CCTV. Must have strong communication skills. Excellent customer service skills required.
• c. Minimum License Requirement : Valid California Guard Card and California Driver’s License are required. American Heart Association – BLS certification and Baton and Pepper spray must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Must be 21 years of age or older; must have two (2) years of continuous driving experience in the state of California. If a license is suspended, the experience record begins from the time of license reinstatement; must have no major convictions (ie DUI/DWI, hit and run, driving w/suspended license, reckless driving, eluding police, open containers, exhibition of speed (racing), negligent driving); must have no more than one (1) moving citation in a three (3) year period; must have no more than one (1) at- fault accident in a three (3) year period. Accidents will be considered at-fault unless evidence is provided (ie police report and/or letter from insurance company) showing the incident as not at-fault. Assaultive Behavior Training Certification that meets AB508 and SB1299 required within 90 days of hire/transfer. New hires that have completed Assaultive Behavior training outside of Emanate Health will be required to complete Emanate Health Work Place Violence online awareness module within 30 days of hire/transfer.

Pay

• Pay Range: $23.00 - $34.50

Why Join Us

Delivering world‑class health care one patient at a time. We are more than just a health system. At Emanate Health, we are a catalyst for change and a beacon for healthier lives. When you come to any one of our locations, you'll be treated like family. And as part of our family, you can rest easy knowing we'll do whatever it takes to benefit your health and wellness.

Our Mission

Emanate Health exists to help people keep well in body, mind and spirit by providing quality health care services in a safe, compassionate environment.

Our Vision

We are an integral partner in elevating our communities' health.

Our Values

Our values Patients and their families are the reason we are here. We want them to experience excellence in all we do through the quality of our services, our teamwork, and our commitment to a caring, safe and compassionate environment. Respect. We affirm the rights, dignity, individuality and worth of each person we serve and of each other. Excellence. We maintain an unrelenting drive for excellence, quality and safety, and strive to continually improve all that we do. Compassion. We care for each person and each team member as part of our family. Integrity. We believe in fairness and honesty and are guided by our code of ethics. Stewardship. We wisely care for the human, physical and financial resources entrusted to us.