Weekend Night Healthcare Security Officer

Watson Clinic; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic in Lakeland, FL seeks a Security Officer to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include monitoring CCTV and alarms, controlling access, patrolling premises, and assisting during emergencies.

The role emphasizes patient and staff safety, incident reporting, and collaboration with law enforcement. Requires HS diploma and CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days, plus a valid Florida driver’s license for potential transport duties.

Qualifications

• First aid and CPR certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record (if operating hospital/clinic transport vehicles).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist patients, visitors, and staff in a courteous and professional manner while providing outstanding customer service.
• Monitor CCTV surveillance systems and security alarms to detect suspicious activities.
• Monitor the Clinic Cooper-Atkins Temptrak refrigeration tracking systems to ensure all units are functioning as intended, in order to protect the medical product contained therein.
• Conduct regular patrols of the clinic premises to identify security vulnerabilities and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Control access to the facility by verifying identification and issuing visitor passes.
• Respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies, including medical incidents, security breaches, or fire alarms.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff and law enforcement during incident investigations or security incidents.
• Maintain detailed logs of daily activities, incidents, and observations and record them in the department report writing system.
• Enforce Clinic policies and procedures related to safety and security.
• Provide excellent communication and problem-solving support in high-pressure situations.
• Stay up-to-date with training on security systems, regulations, and emergency response protocols, by way of departmental training and the Watson Clinic Center for Education.

Skills

Security awareness

Customer service

Crisis management

Observation skills

Verbal communication

Decision-making

Integrity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Florida D License

Job description

Watson Clinic in Lakeland, FL seeks a Security Officer to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include monitoring CCTV and alarms, controlling access, patrolling premises, and assisting during emergencies.

The role emphasizes patient and staff safety, incident reporting, and collaboration with law enforcement. Requires HS diploma and CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days, plus a valid Florida driver’s license for potential transport duties.