Tactical Healthcare Security Officer
- Dartmouth, NS, Canada
$24.5 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $24.5 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum of 1 to 2 years of security experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Overview
Healthcare environments demand a unique balance of vigilance, empathy, and decisive action. As a Tactical Healthcare Security Officer at Dartmouth General Hospital, you will serve as a stabilizing presence in the Emergency Department, protecting patients, medical staff, and visitors during high-stress situations.
This full-time role offers predictable scheduling on a 4-on, 4-off 12-hour rotation, competitive pay at $24.50 per hour, and comprehensive health benefits. If you are an experienced security professional who excels at de-escalation, emergency response, and teamwork, this role gives you the opportunity to make a direct impact on public safety in your community.
What Success Looks Like
In your day-to-day work, you will:
What You Need to Succeed
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.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you are a dependable security professional looking to bring your skills to a purpose-driven healthcare environment, we would love to review your application. Please apply directly to start the conversation. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.
#INDATL
Healthcare environments demand a unique balance of vigilance, empathy, and decisive action. As a Tactical Healthcare Security Officer at Dartmouth General Hospital, you will serve as a stabilizing presence in the Emergency Department, protecting patients, medical staff, and visitors during high-stress situations.
This full-time role offers predictable scheduling on a 4-on, 4-off 12-hour rotation, competitive pay at $24.50 per hour, and comprehensive health benefits. If you are an experienced security professional who excels at de-escalation, emergency response, and teamwork, this role gives you the opportunity to make a direct impact on public safety in your community.
What Success Looks Like
In your day-to-day work, you will:
- Maintain a visible, calm, and reassuring security presence throughout the Emergency Department and waiting areas.
- Respond rapidly to coded emergencies, including Code White (aggressive behavior) and Code Silver (active threat) situations across the facility.
- De-escalate tense or volatile interactions using strong verbal communication and conflict-resolution techniques.
- Support healthcare teams with high-risk patients and assist with physical restraints when directed by clinical staff following established protocols.
- Provide temporary observation for high-risk patients awaiting dedicated watch coverage.
- Coordinate with Patient Watch Security Officers, clinical staff, and local emergency services during critical incidents.
- Document incidents clearly and accurately while maintaining strict patient privacy standards.
- Building strong, trusted working relationships with Emergency Department physicians, nurses, and administrative leadership.
- Proactively managing environmental risks to prevent incidents before physical intervention becomes necessary.
- Serving as a reliable subject matter expert on healthcare facility safety, physical control procedures, and crisis response.
- Pay Rate: $24.50 per hour
- Schedule: Full-time, rotating 12-hour shifts (4 consecutive days on, followed by 4 days off)
- Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance, along with paid vacation, sick days, and recognized holidays
- Training Program: Fully funded Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certification program provided with a six-month commitment
What You Need to Succeed
- Grade 12 diploma or GED equivalent.
- Minimum of 1 to 2 years of security experience.
- Valid Nova Scotia Security License (or ability to obtain one prior to start).
- Current Standard or Intermediate First Aid and CPR Level C certification.
- Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
- Physical readiness to stand and walk for up to 12 hours, navigate stairs, run to emergency codes, and participate in physical restraint procedures.
- Active Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certifications, OR completion of Paladin's prerequisite training program prior to onboarding.
- Availability to work rotating 12-hour shifts on a 4-on, 4-off schedule.
- Diploma in Justice Studies, Police Foundations, or a related field.
- Prior experience in healthcare security, law enforcement, or emergency response.
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.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you are a dependable security professional looking to bring your skills to a purpose-driven healthcare environment, we would love to review your application. Please apply directly to start the conversation. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.
#INDATL
More about this job
Responsibilities
Maintain a calm, visible security presence in the Emergency Department, respond to emergency codes, de-escalate volatile situations, and support clinical staff with high-risk patients and authorized restraint procedures. Coordinate with security, healthcare teams, and emergency services during incidents, document events accurately, and help prevent safety risks while protecting patient privacy.
Requirements
Requires a Grade 12 diploma or GED, 1–2 years of security experience, a valid Nova Scotia Security License or ability to obtain one, and current First Aid and CPR Level C certification. Candidates must have or complete the required Use of Force and Management of Aggressive Behavior training, communicate effectively in English, meet the physical demands, and be available for rotating 12-hour shifts; a related diploma and healthcare, law enforcement, or emergency response experience are preferred.
Skills
- De-Escalation
- Emergency Response
- Verbal Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Physical Restraint Procedures
- Crisis Response
- Incident Documentation
- Patient Privacy
- Risk Management
- Teamwork
- Healthcare Facility Safety
- Use Of Force
- Management Of Aggressive Behavior
- First Aid
- CPR
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Funded Use Of Force Certification Training
- Funded Management Of Aggressive Behavior Certification Training
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Security & Safety
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Healthcare Security
- Emergency Department
- Security Officer
- Nova Scotia Security License
- First Aid
- CPR Level C
- Use Of Force
- Management Of Aggressive Behavior
- Code White
- Code Silver
- De-Escalation
- Conflict Resolution
- Emergency Response
- Crisis Response
- Physical Restraints
- Patient Observation
- Incident Documentation
- Patient Privacy
- Risk Prevention
- Healthcare Facility Safety
- Security Coordination
- Emergency Services
- Justice Studies
- Police Foundations
- Rotating 12-Hour Shifts
- 4-On, 4-Off Schedule