What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer position at North Alabama Medical Center?
Security Guard
Job Type: PRN
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. North Alabama Medical Center is a 263 bed facility offering the community’s only open heart surgery site, a complete line of women’s and children’s services and a complete line of medical and imaging services. We are a Certified Chest Pain center and recognized as a Primary Stroke Center of Excellence by the American Heart/American Stroke Association. North Alabama Medical Center’s 24-hour emergency department serves as the primary referral center for major trauma cases in Northwest Alabama.
Where We Are:
No matter what type of things you’re interested in, we have things of interest for you. Florence is a vibrant area with walkable streets and plenty of inspiring things to do. Spend your days getting to know the local community by exploring our shops, restaurants, and historical attractions.
Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
- Discounted membership rates at local fitness centers
- Continuing education opportunities
- And much more…
Position Summary:
Security Guard
FLSA: Non-exempt
Reports to: Security Shift Supervisor and Security Captain
Responsible for monitoring security threats, managing incidents, ensuring safety protocol compliance, assisting staff and visitors
- Main responsibility is to protect people, property, information, and the hospital's reputation.
- Respond promptly to security emergencies within the hospital or healthcare setting
- May assist with receiving hospital deliveries at night and escort patients as needed
- Report directly to the security shift supervisor and security captain
- Assist patients when requested by medical or nursing staff, or when patients or their families require help or information
- Perform other duties as assigned by the shift supervisor, security captain, or facilities director
- Demonstrate good character, integrity, and motivation in all aspects of the role
- Strong communication skills, especially when interacting with middle to upper-level staff members
- Travel to nearby satellite facilities as needed.
- Willingness to work overtime as needed to ensure shift coverage
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid driver's license required
- Sign a HIPAA agreement and maintain confidentiality as required
EEOC Statement:
North Alabama Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
