Security Officer - Hospital

Allied Universal; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security company is hiring Hospital Security Officers in Overland Park, KS. This full-time position offers a pay rate of $19.45 per hour along with comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities include conducting patrols, assisting with patient transport, and ensuring safety within the hospital environment. Join a dynamic team dedicated to security excellence.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k plans

Ongoing paid training programs

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in customer service or protective service industry.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security patrols of hospital grounds.
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalation of situations.
• Prepare reports on accidents and suspicious activities.

Skills

Communication

Conflict Mediation

Situational Assessment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Job Description

Now Hiring for Hospital Security Officers in Overland Park, KS!

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• Pay rate : $19.45 per hour
• Saturday / Sunday 6 am - 6 pm and Monday / Tuesday 2 pm - 10 pm
• Saturday / Sunday 6 pm - 6 am and Monday / Tuesday 2 pm - 10 pm
• Full time opportunities

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Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional - Unarmed. The Security Professional will conduct unarmed foot and / or vehicle patrol (interior and / or exterior) in a hospital environment. Additional duties include control access and egress; monitor CCTV and alarm systems; compose reports; deter criminal activity and misconduct. Due to the safety sensitive nature of this role, qualified candidates must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law. This assignment is in a healthcare facility. As such, a tuberculosis (TB) test and certain vaccinations may be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in vehicle; document detailed observations of unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalation of situations involving patients; restrain combative individuals as necessary (within company and customer guidelines)
• Transport patients to the morgue, as needed
• Assist in escorting patients from helicopter pad (high elevation) to the emergency room
• Assist with evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits; ensure only authorized individuals enter and exit the hospital, and that no contraband or hospital items are brought in or out
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE) :

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and / or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable employment history relating customer service or the protective service industry (preferably security, healthcare, military, law enforcement, or corrections)
• Must be at least 18 years of age, or higher if required by the state
• Able to operate radio or telephone equipment and / or console monitors
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Write informatively, clearly, and accurately

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE) :

• Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
• Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
• Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
• A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
• Associate's degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service

BENEFITS :

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more...

Closing

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race / ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship / association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information : www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and / or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit : www.aus.com / offices.