Healthcare Security Officer
Posted A month ago
Job Description
Job Skills / Requirements
Site Description: Guysborough Memorial Hospital offers a 24-hour emergency department along with a range of essential healthcare services.
Position Details:
Position: Full-Time Security Guard
Site: Guysborough Memorial Hospital
Location : 10560 NS-16, Guysborough NS B0H 1N0
Hours: 4-day on 4-day off; Rotational Shifts - 0700-1900/1900-0700
Payrate: $ 20.50
Key Responsibilities:
• Patrol Hospital Grounds: Conduct regular rounds of hospital premises to ensure the safety and security of the site.
• Monitor Surveillance Systems: Operate security cameras and alarm systems, ensuring any suspicious activity is reported immediately to the appropriate authorities.
• Access Control : Monitor and control entry points to the hospital, ensuring that only authorized individuals are allowed access to restricted areas.
• Respond to Emergencies: Act quickly in emergency situations, such as medical emergencies, fire alarms, or security threats. Assist hospital staff as needed during crises and evacuations.
• Provide Customer Service: Greet and assist visitors, patients, and hospital staff, ensuring that guests adhere to hospital policies and procedures.
• Conflict Resolution: De-escalate tense situations and ensure that all interactions are handled calmly and professionally.
• Report Writing: Document daily activities, incidents, or accidents accurately. Complete reports on incidents, breaches, and security concerns.
• Collaboration with Hospital Staff : Work closely with hospital staff and local law enforcement to provide a coordinated security effort and ensure the safety of all parties involved.
• Enforce Hospital Policies: Ensure that hospital policies, including visitor and patient protocols, are followed. Address any violations in a manner that upholds hospital safety standards
• Perform patient watch duties as needed , including continuous observation to ensure safety and prevent harm. Monitor and report concerns, follow clinical direction, and document accurately.
Prerequisites:
• Ability to obtain Security License for the province of Nova Scotia
• Valid Intermediate First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a CSA-approved vendor)
• English (oral and written) fluency is a must
• Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field preferred.
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
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• Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UoF/MOAB training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• Please be aware: The UoF/MOAB training is not paid as it is a pre-requisite; however, Paladin will cover all of the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability
Why choose Paladin?
• Daily pay offered.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Paid vacation & sick days
• Free Uniforms
• Company paid Security license
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Education Requirements (All)
High School Diploma/GED
Certification Requirements (All)
First Aid and CPR - Level C Certification
Additional Information / Benefits
Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE !
The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!
Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days
This is a Full-Time position
Travel is not required
About Paladin Security
Industry
SecurityCompany Size
5001-10,000 employees
Application closing date is 2026-05-17
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