Security Officer | North Hospital | Full Time | Day Shift

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, TN is seeking a Security Officer to patrol hospital grounds, ensuring safety for Associates, patients, and visitors. You will model the MLH values and support a culture of compassionate care.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years in security or law enforcement, with a Tennessee Class D Driver License and Unarmed Security Guard certification. This is an on-site position emphasizing service, integrity, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Security or law enforcement experience 1–3 years preferred.
• Must possess Class D Driver License (Tennessee).

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital and grounds for safety and security.
• Provide customer service and handle incident reports.
• Maintain appearance and equipment.
• Communicate via radio and telephone professionally.
• Prepare daily activity and incident reports.
• Escort/handle money and lost-and-found items.

Skills

Security knowledge

Communication skills

Integrity

Independent judgment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. The Security Officer is responsible for patrolling the hospital and grounds to ensure a safe, secure environment for Associates, patients and their family members, and other visitors to the hospital. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

The Security Officer is responsible for patrolling the hospital and grounds to ensure safety and security for Associates, patients and their family members, and other visitors to the hospital.

Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Patrols hospital, parking and/or assigned area to ensure safety and security for Associates, patients and visitors to the hospital.
• Assumes mobile responsibilities, i.e., van, shuttle.
• Provides customer service and performs general duties.
• Uses proper communication skills for radio and telephone.
• Prepares daily activity reports, Incident Reports, Offense Reports, Fire Reports, etc.
• Maintains property of patients, lost and found property, and documentation on money escorts.
• Maintains appearance and equipment.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Work Experience Requirements Preferred - Security or law enforcement 1-3 years

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - Class D Driver License -Tennessee - Tennessee Motor Vehicle
• Required - Security Guard - Unarmed - Tennesse - Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of security and criminal investigation methods and operations commensurate with education/experience.
• Ability to carry out assigned duties with integrity and honesty.
• Skill in applying appropriate behavior when greeting and assisting members of the public.
• Ability to understand and prepare written materials at a moderate level, such as Incident Reports, as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Ability to communicate verbally with Associates and visitors to the hospital.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and maintain control of work flow.
• Ability to maintain working relationship with co-workers.

Supervision Provided by this Position

There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this job.

Physical Demands

The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: heavy work - exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The Associate may be required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services, general laborer, etc.) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection, general laborer...). Periodically to frequently use physical force to resolve an emergency situation. Ability to successfully participate and complete departmental specific required training that includes physical, hands on training and competencies.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates.

For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission.

With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career.

Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.