Security Officer - Safety and Security - Full Time/Evenings - Req# 2151522656
Antelope Valley Medical Center - Lancaster, CA
Hiring: Security Officer - Safety and Security - Full Time/Evenings - Req# 2151522656 Company: Antelope Valley Medical Center Location: Lancaster, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 14:34:19 Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel About the job Experience: •6 months Security related experience preferred •Valid First Aid and/or CPR card maintained at all times •Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) designation from the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) within 90 days of hire. •Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer (CAHSO) designation from IAHSS within 180 days of hire. Required Skills: •Provides safety and security services, protecting customers, employees, and property by enforcing the laws of the State of California and the policies of Antelope Valley Hospital under the direction of lead officers, supervisors, and the Director of Safety and Security. •Actively participates in and implements the security management program •Monitors hospital CCTV system, alarm systems, and communication equipment, dispatching staff as needed •Implements hospital access control procedures at all hospital entrances •Responds to emergency calls, making initial assessments of situations using tact, diplomacy, and judgment •Resolves violent and potentially violent situations •Intervenes with individuals attempting to impose physical harm to themselves or who are posing a threat to others or to hospital property •Provides security and protection to Hospital patients, visitors, employees and customers by patrolling areas Qualifications: •Basic knowledge of safety & security. •Basic knowledge of security monitoring. •Knowledge of basic reporting skills. •High School Diploma or equivalent preferred •Possession of a valid California driver’s license •Nonviolent Crisis Intervention 8- hour course from the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) within 90 days of hire and recertification annually. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!