Security Officer - System Offices

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Security Officer to ensure safety and security across its facilities. The role involves responding to emergencies, patrolling, and monitoring security systems. Candidates should have experience in security, preferably in healthcare, and must obtain BLS certification. Join a leading nonprofit healthcare organization committed to innovation and humankindness.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in a healthcare setting or law enforcement.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors.
• Patrol facility and monitor security alarms.
• Report HIPAA breaches and write incident reports.

Skills

English

De-escalation techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

The Security Officer is expected to provide a safe and secure environment for all individuals entering Dignity Health properties, ensuring the physical security of buildings and grounds. The officer shall demonstrate behavior aligned with Dignity Health's core values and humankindness, supporting the organization’s strategic plan and quality/process improvement activities. Responsibilities include:

• Protecting staff, patients, and visitors by responding promptly to assistance calls, including incidents involving violent or unruly individuals, crimes in progress, or emergency codes.
• Patrolling the facility and grounds by foot or vehicle; monitoring security alarms; dispatching officers to locations as needed; and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Understanding emergency procedures, equipment, and supplies; reporting HIPAA breaches; investigating security breaches; conducting follow-up investigations; and writing incident reports.

Qualifications

• At least six (6) months of experience as a security officer in a hospital or healthcare setting, prior law enforcement or military service; or one (1) year of security officer experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; or three (3) years of security officer experience.
• Ability to speak and write English clearly; proficient in de-escalation techniques.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of employment.
• Preferred: IAHSS Basic Training for Healthcare Security Officers within 90 days.

The compensation range is estimated at $19.30 to $26.54 per hour, based on skills, experience, and location. Exact pay may vary.

Overview

Inspired by faith, driven by innovation, powered by humankindness, CommonSpirit Health is committed to building a healthier future. As one of the largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, it delivers over 20 million patient encounters annually across numerous clinics, hospitals, and care sites. With more than 157,000 employees, it aims to create a just, equitable, and innovative healthcare system.