Security Officer Hospital Part Time Coverage

Allied Universal; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plans

7 holidays paid at time and a half

40 hours of vacation after one year

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking Security Officers at Allegheny General Hospital – Northside to protect staff, visitors and facilities. This part-time role pays $18.50 per hour with shifts 3:00PM-11:00PM and 11:00PM-7:00AM, up to 24 hours per week; weekends included.

Responsibilities include patrolling, de‑escalation, screening, and responding to emergencies; training provided. Minimum requirements: 18+ (21+ for armed), HS diploma or 5 years experience, background check and drug screen.

Qualifications

• Must have customer-facing experience and ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to de-escalate tense situations calmly and professionally.
• Background check and drug screen required by Allied Universal.

Responsibilities

• Observe and patrol for signs of crime, hazards, and unauthorized individuals.
• Escort and assist staff and patients as needed.
• Screen visitors to expedite admittance and ensure safety.
• Respond to emergencies with calm urgency and coordinate with hospital staff.

Skills

Customer service experience

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5 years verifiable experience

Job description

Security Officers Needed at Allegheny General Hospital - Northside

Part-Time - $18.50 / Hour

3:00PM-11:00PM / 11:00PM-7:00AM Available - Up to 24 Hours Per Week, Weekends Included in Schedule

• - Officer may be required to assist nursing staff with patient restraints - proper training provided
• - Officer may be required to escort nursing staff to hospital morgue with deceased patients
• - Officer must be at least 21+ Years of Age
• - Frequent walking/standing required (indoor/outdoor); Moderate technological usage required
• - Multiple vaccinations are required prior to working on site (company paid) including: two-stage Tuberculosis screening, MMR, Varicella, Tetanus screenings (TB testing instructions provided at orientation)
• - Child abuse clearance will be submitted at orientation
• - AUS OFFICERS GET PAID WEEKLY!
• - Uniforms and Equipment Provided at No Cost
• - Excellent Benefits and Career Progression
• - Paid Training

As a Hospital Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard a high profile healthcare customer. The Hospital Security Officer is responsible for the surveillance of the client’s healthcare premises and the protection of the staff, members, and visitors. A Hospital Security Professional detects and prevents any suspicious activity, observe and reports incidents, and provides customer service in a friendly and professional manner.

Responsibilities:

• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazard, and unusual activity
• Patrol on foot, bicycle, or via a vehicle to check for unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals
• Orally and physically de-escalating individuals, as needed
• Inspect all security devices and fire control equipment
• Screen members, visitors, and client employees to expedite their admittance to the facility
• Respond to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, or inclement weather with calm urgency
• May also include patient escort, patient watch, provide safety escort, assist and/or transport deceased to morgue

Minimum Requirements:

• Prior work experience involving dealing with customers, troubleshooting, and/or managing stressful situations
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment. *A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only
• Post offer, must be able to successfully complete the training requirement and obtain a Management of Aggressive Behavior certification

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Company's retirement plans
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

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

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