Security Officer-PSMC

Job Number:

34135

Location:

Sumter Campus Street Address:

126 US-280

City, State:

Americus, Georgia Zip Code:

31719

Department:

PSMC SECURITY

Shift:

Variable Job Type:

Full time

Posted Date:

2026-05-12

Job Description Summary:

Provide security for patients, employees, and visitors; protect hospital buildings, assets, and premises as assigned.

Description:

Qualifications High School Diploma or GED (Required) Work Experience 2 - 3 years healthcare security and/or Law Enforcement field with guard service or military police (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Not Applicable - No Certification and Licensure Requirements Required or Preferred Essential Functions

SECURITY DUTIES

Provide safety and security for facility. Patrols daily, by vehicle and on foot, all hospital buildings on campus grounds to detect, deter, or address . Responds immediately to authorized requests for access to internal offices. Maintains safety and security of warehouse through door checks and random vehicle and walking patrols. Patrols all parking lots and assists visitors; escorts, when required, by vehicle or on foot patrol. Keeps all Emergency Center hallways and ambulance ramp clear. Inspects all access points to hospital authority building and internal offices, securing same when not occupied, following department policy and procedure.

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE

Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role. Understands equipment operation. Maintains equipment in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems. Uses technology to increase productivity. Adapts to new technology Additional Duties Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization. Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs). Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills. Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate. All Career Site links will be transferred to new URLs on January 31st, increasing performance and enhancing security. Your application data will be saved, but any bookmarked links will need to be replaced. All candidates with active applications will receive a notification with the new link once the URLs are live. Thank you for your patience! Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia's preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community's health by joining a respected, cutting-edge team. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close-knit setting that feels like family. Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities. There's more for you at Phoebe. Phoebe is simply the best, most advanced healthcare provider in the region. If you want to work in the medical field, we are the preferred choice, with the best technology, the most specialists and the area's top talent. If you are searching for a non-clinical career that allows you to serve the community and grow, you'll also find us ideal. We're one of the area's premier employers, offering a close-knit culture, outstanding benefits and many ways to develop your career.