Full-Time Healthcare Security Officer (Rotational)

Overview

Healthcare facilities require a balance of vigilance, empathy, and professional security. In this role, you will help maintain a safe, secure, and supportive environment for patients, visitors, and healthcare personnel at Buchanan Memorial Hospital. You will serve as a calm, reassuring presence, ensuring that day-to-day security routines run smoothly while responding effectively during emergencies.

If you value serving your local community, enjoy active and varied work, and prefer a balanced schedule with four consecutive days off, this position offers a rewarding stability with opportunities to build a lasting career in security.

What Success Looks Like

Day-to-Day Expectations:

• Maintain a Safe Environment: Conduct regular interior and exterior patrols of hospital grounds, hallways, patient areas, and parking facilities.

• Manage Access & Observation: Monitor security cameras and alarm panels, control access to restricted areas, and ensure emergency exits remain clear.

• Provide Patient Watch Support: Perform direct, continuous observation for assigned patients to prevent injury or self-harm while respecting clinical direction and patient dignity.

• De-escalate Conflict: Use professional communication and de-escalation techniques to resolve tense or emotional situations calmly.

• Complete Accurate Reporting: Document daily activities, safety observations, and security incidents clearly and promptly.

Long-Term Impact:

• Build trusted relationships with hospital staff, clinical teams, and local emergency services.

• Serve as a dependable team member who consistently maintains security protocols and keeps safety standards high.

• Develop strong expertise in healthcare security procedures, emergency response, and crisis management.

Position Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Ability to obtain a valid Nova Scotia Security License.

• Valid Intermediate First Aid and CPR Level C certification from a CSA-approved provider.

• Fluency in English (both spoken and written).

• Hold current Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certifications, OR be willing to complete the required prerequisite training prior to onboarding. (Note: Training is unpaid, but the course costs are fully covered in exchange for a six-month commitment.)

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Previous experience in security services, law enforcement, customer service, or a healthcare setting.

Schedule & Work Hours

This position uses a balanced rotational schedule consisting of 12-hour shifts:

• Shift pattern: 4 days on, followed by 4 days off.

• Shift hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Day) or 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Night).

• Rotations include day shifts, night shifts, and weekends.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $20.50 per hour

• Medical and dental insurance coverage

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• Company-paid security license renewal

• Free uniforms, including a tailoring and dry-cleaning allowance

• Flexible daily pay options (access earned wages before payday)

• Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities

Why Join Our Team?

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Ready to Apply?

If you are dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to a safe healthcare environment in your community, we encourage you to submit your application today. We look forward to reviewing your experience.