Security Officer PRN

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s Chicago is seeking a Security Officer to join our team. This PRN day shift position supports safety of hospital staff, patients, families and visitors, and requires professionalism and compliance with laws and hospital policies.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED and an Illinois driver's license; preferred candidates have one year of security experience, IAHSS certification, and 20 Hour PERC card.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Illinois driver's license required.
• Preferred: 1 year security experience.
• Preferred: IAHSS certification and 20 Hour PERC card.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of functions related to safety and security of hospital staff, patients, families, visitors and the general public in compliance with laws and regulations.
• Protects patients, visitors, staff and others on hospital property.
• Protects the organizations' property and buildings.
• Greet and assist visitors, patients, employees and medical staff at the front lobby desk in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Answer and route telephone calls, page and take messages as appropriate.
• Respond to requests from hospital staff in a timely and respectful manner.

Skills

One year security experience

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

IAHSS certification

20 Hour PERC card

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status.

Shriners Children’s Chicago is seeking a Security Officer to join our team.

Hours

This is a PRN day shift position and the scheduled hours / days will be as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of functions related to the safety and security of hospital staff, patients, families, visitors and general public in accordance with city, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Protect and serve Shriners Children's patients, visitors, staff and all other persons on hospital property
• Protect the organizations' property and buildings
• Greet and assist visitors, patients, employees and medical staff at the front lobby desk in a pleasant and professional manner
• Answer and route telephone calls received, page and take messages as appropriate.
• Answer phone calls from hospital staff members and respond to their needs or requests in a respectful and timely manner.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma / GED
• Illinois driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• One year security experience
• International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) certification
• 20 Hour PERC card

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

We invite you to explore the many rewarding career paths at Shriners Children's, from clinical and non‑clinical positions to education and research opportunities. We’re always looking for driven, compassionate professionals to join our team as nurses, physical therapists, medical assistants, administrative staff and much more.

No matter where you're located, you'll find openings at our Shriners Children’s facilities across the U.S., in Canada and Mexico and at our corporate headquarters in Tampa, Florida.

• Eligible Shriners Children’s employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance, retirement matching and so much more!