Security Guard - Healthcare

Athabasca, AB
On-site
Posted Nov 14, 2026
1 position

$23.00–$26.50 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Posting language: English

Job summary

Provide continuous observation and calm support to vulnerable hospital patients who may pose a risk to themselves or others. Maintain security at healthcare facilities, assist people in distress, and help protect patients, staff, and visitors by ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Job details

We are looking for Security Guards and Patient Watch Patient Watch In healthcare security, some of the most critical work happens one-on-one. As a Patient Watch Security Officer, you play a vital role in protecting vulnerable hospital patients who may present a danger to themselves or others. Your presence provides continuous observation, calm support, and safety while allowing medical professionals to focus on providing clinical care. Security Guard Healthcare environments require safety, composure, and empathy. In this role, you serve as a vital presence in protecting healthcare staff, patients, and facility visitors. You will maintain site security, assist individuals in distress, and ensure safety protocols are followed across various facilities. Must-Have Requirements Valid Albert Security License (Not required for Patient Watch) Authorized to work legally in Canada. Clean criminal record check. Minimum 18 years of age (to meet provincial security licensing eligibility). Valid Class 5 Driver's License and access to a reliable personal vehicle. Willingness to travel to regional hospital sites (up to a 500 km radius within Northern Alberta rural areas) as shifts require. Open schedule availability, including willingness to work day shifts, overnight shifts, weekends, and on-demand shifts on short notice. Ability to sit for extended periods while staying alert and composed in dynamic hospital environments. Strong communication skills in English, both spoken and written. Nice-to-Have Qualifications Current First Aid and CPR Level C certification. Alberta Security License or completion of Basic Security Training (BST). Note: A security license is not required prior to applying. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) training. Previous experience in customer service, security, healthcare, or caregiving settings. Compensation And Benefits Pay Rate: $23.00 – $26.50 per hour Mileage Reimbursement: Provided for regular travel up to 500 km as required for on-call coverage and casual. Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance options Paid Time Off: Paid vacation days Uniforms: Provided free of charge, along with a monthly dry-cleaning allowance Career Development: Ongoing training and internal promotion opportunities across a national network Why Join Our Team? Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE! The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you! Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation. 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.

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Requirements

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada, at least 18 years old, and have a clean criminal record check, a valid Class 5 driver's license, and access to a reliable vehicle. The role requires strong spoken and written English, flexible availability for varied shifts, and willingness to travel to regional hospital sites; an Alberta security license is required for security guard duties but not for Patient Watch.