Security Officer – Hospital & Patient Safety

Scripps Health; California; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Health in La Jolla, CA is seeking a dedicated Security Officer for a full-time, benefit-eligible role with varied shifts. You will patrol assigned areas, deter crime, enforce policies, and respond to emergencies under security leadership. This position emphasizes maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors, employees, and staff, aligning with Scripps Health's mission and values while offering opportunities for professional development.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas to deter crime and ensure safety.
• Responds to emergencies and provides guidance under security leadership.

Job description

This is a full-time, benefit eligible position for varied shifts located at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.

Why join Scripps Health?

At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:

• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
• Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.
• Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.
• Becker’s Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2026 list of 150 top places to work in health care.
• We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.
• Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

The Security Officer supports Scripps Health through the performance of duties which provide a reasonably safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, employees, medical staff, and property. Is a visible deterrent to criminal activity and actively patrols assigned areas. Ensures policies and procedures are carried out and reports non-compliance. Responds to emergency situations and when appropriate provides guidance for the safe management of the situation, communicating with leadership as necessary. Work is accomplished under the direction of security leadership. Demonstrates a work style that reflects the mission, vision, and values of Scripps Health.