Security Officer
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LocationMercy Medical Center
Work modeon-site
Typepart-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedMay 20, 2026 · 5mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Performs pro-active patrol duties as required
Responds to all emergency alarms and duress situations
Works with others to maintain a safe and secure environment
Ensures all hospital security and safety policies and procedures are followed
Prepares accurate reports and daily log of security and safety activities
Monitors after hours access, including CCTV cameras
Reports and monitors all security and safety issues
Provides leadership to others as needed
Acts as charge person in the absence of Supervisor or Lead
Follows Mercy's safety guidelines
Displays friendly and professional contact with all patients, visitors and staff
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Have general security knowledge
Remain calm and professional during stressful situations
Must work well in a team environment
Basic computer skills, MS Word, Excel, e-mail
Must follow Rules of Conduct as established by the department
Valid Driver's License required
Valid Professional or Non-Professional Weapons Carry Permit to be obtained within 90 days
Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required
Security, Healthcare, Law Enforcement and or Military experience preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent strongly preferred
Must meet and maintain all insurability requirements for purposes of utilizing Mercy vehicles
Must meet insurability requirements for purposes of utilizing Mercy vehicles - must be at least age 18
Must provide and maintain a good driving record
Skills
MS Word
Excel
e-mail
This position can vary across days, evenings, nights and including weekends!
Work Shift
Variable/Rotating Shifts
Scheduled Weekly Hours
20
Summary
This position supports Mercy’s philosophy of patient centered care by providing a safe and secure environment for our patients, visitors and staff.
Job Description
Job Duties
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Performs pro-active patrol duties as required.
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Responds to all emergency alarms and duress situations.
•
Works with others to maintain a safe and secure environment for all.
•
Ensures all hospital security and safety policies and procedures are followed.
•
Prepares accurate reports and daily log of security and safety activities.
•
Monitors after hours access, including CCTV cameras.
•
Reports and monitors all security and safety issues.
•
Provides leadership to others as needed.
•
Acts as charge person in the absence of Supervisor or Lead.
•
Follows Mercy’s safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Displays friendly and professional contact with all patients, visitors and staff.
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Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in all situations.
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Have general security knowledge.
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Remain calm and professional during stressful situations.
•
Must work well in a team environment. Basic computer skills, MS Word, Excel, e-mail.
•
Must follow Rules of Conduct as established by the department.
•
Must meet and maintain all insurability requirements for purposes of utilizing Mercy vehicles.
Professional Experience
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Security, Healthcare, Law Enforcement and or Military experience preferred.
Education
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High School Diploma or equivalent strongly preferred. Relevant experience to be considered in lieu of diploma.
Licensure, Certification, Registration
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Valid Driver’s License required.
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Must meet insurability requirements for purposes of utilizing Mercy vehicles - must be at least age 18 required.
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Must provide and maintain a good driving record, documented at hire, by a copy of a Motor Vehicle Record.
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The department requires a valid Professional or Non-Professional Weapons Carry Permit to be obtained within 90 days of employment or transfer.
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Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.
Legal
Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.