Role Overview

As a Healthcare Security Access Control Officer at South Shore Regional Hospital, you serve as a vital protector of patients, visitors, and healthcare staff. Positioned at primary hospital entrances, you will blend advanced technology with human empathy—operating AI-powered weapon detection systems while providing a calm, welcoming presence for everyone who walks through the doors.

If you are dependable, safety-focused, and looking for a meaningful position where your vigilance directly impacts community well-being, this role offers stable full-time hours, comprehensive skill development, and a supportive team environment.

Pay and Advantages

Pay Rate: $20.50 CAD per hour

We provide comprehensive compensation and benefits packages designed to support your total well-being:

- Medical, dental, and life insurance coverage
- Paid vacation and paid sick days
- Flexible daily pay options (access earned wages when you need them)
- Free uniforms, including a dry cleaning and tailoring allowance
- Company-paid security licensing
- Paid professional development and clear pathways for internal promotion

What Success Looks Like

In this role, success means keeping hospital entrances safe and smooth-running through careful observation, transparent communication, and technical skill.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

- Operating and monitoring AI-powered weapon detection systems and access control equipment at main entrance screening points.
- Greeting arriving patients, visitors, and hospital staff with courtesy, empathy, and respect.
- Responding promptly to detection system alerts and conducting secondary screenings in line with established health authority security protocols.
- Using verbal conflict de-escalation techniques to handle tense or emotional situations calmly and professionally.
- Maintaining accurate incident reports, security logs, and equipment performance records.
- Following hospital infection control procedures and safety guidelines.
- Collaborating effectively with hospital clinical staff, facility security teams,



and local emergency services when necessary.

Schedule and Work Environment

This is a full-time, site-based position requiring availability for rotating 12-hour shifts. No job-related travel is required.

- Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

What We Are Looking For

Must-Have Qualifications:

- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification from a CSA-approved provider.
- Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certifications (or willingness to complete required prerequisite training prior to onboarding).
- Availability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.
- Strong spoken communication skills and confidence using de-escalation techniques.
- Comfortable operating security software and screening equipment.
- Physical capacity to stand for extended periods during screening operations and respond quickly during urgent situations.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

- Prior experience in healthcare security, access control, law enforcement, or customer service.

Training & Certification Information

Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certifications are required before you start. If you do not currently hold these certifications, Paladin Security provides the necessary training program prior to onboarding. Paladin covers 100% of the training costs in exchange for a six-month employment commitment. Please note that time spent in prerequisite training prior to hire is unpaid.

Why Join Paladin Security?

Paladin Security is recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified™ organization. We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of our communities. We prioritize promoting from within, supporting personal growth, and maintaining an inclusive work environment where every team member is valued.

Ready to Apply?

If you are ready to bring your communication skills and dedication to safety to South Shore Regional Hospital, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to start your journey with Paladin Security.

📌 Healthcare Security Officer (Bridgewater)
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