Security Officer II

Baptist Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Pet insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Maternity/Paternity leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Night Shift Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff and visitors. You will patrol facilities, monitor surveillance, inspect access points, and respond to incidents with professionalism and care.

Responsibilities include reporting issues, restraining trespassers when needed, and assisting with security projects such as locks, assessments, and reviews. Requires BLS and CHSO within one year; strong service mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to obtain BLS within 30 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license with no violations for 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Patrols hospital grounds and monitors access points to secure premises.
• Inspects buildings and equipment and controls entry as needed.
• Reports irregularities to prevent losses and informs violators of policy and procedures.

Skills

Non-violent crisis intervention

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SummaryJob Description:The Hospital Security Department ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Our team monitors access points, patrols hospital grounds, and responds to emergencies while supporting hospital policies. Working with local law enforcement and hospital leadership, we provide safety, protection, and assistance with professionalism, compassion, and respect.Security OfficerFull-Time, NightsJob Description:Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures; restraining trespassers.Keeps Security supervisor informed of all issues, and potential problems.Assists Supervisor with special and assigned projects such as locks and keys, security assessments, product reviews, etc.Ability to perform essential duties with limited supervision. Use non-violent crisis intervention when needed to deal with visitors, patients, families and employees.May deal with patients and customers in all age categories from infant to geriatric.Requirements:High school diploma or equivalent GEDValid driver’s license (no violations for 2 years)Ability to achieve Basic Life Support, BLS certification within 30 days of hireMust obtain Taser/CEW, De-Escalation, Handcuffing, Defensive tactics within 6 monthsCertified Healthcare Security officer (CHSO) with International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety certification within one year of employment.Benefits:Health, Vision, Dental and Pet InsuranceLife InsuranceShort Term and Long Term Disability and Life InsuranceIdentity Theft ProtectionTuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annuallyCompany paid Maternity and Paternity Leave5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hireBereavement Leave (includes pets)PTO Sell Back ProgramCompassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial supportRetirement with Company MatchIf you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.