Security Guard - Full-Time - Markham Stouffville Hospital
Site Overview: Markham Stouffville Hospital is a busy community hospital providing acute care, emergency, and specialized healthcare services. Security Guards play a key role in maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff, and hospital assets while delivering exceptional customer service and responding to emergencies.
Position: Full-Time Security Guard
Site: Markham Stouffville Hospital
Hours: Rotating Continental (0700-1900/1900-0700)
Payrate: $19.38 - $21.80/hr "based on levelling system"
Averaging Agreement: Overtime is (AA) after 88 hours
Posting Date: July 10, 2026
Internal Closing: July 17, 2026
External Closing: July 17, 2026
Key responsibilities:
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Conduct regular rounds of hospital premises, including parking areas, hallways, patient rooms, entrances, and exits, to ensure the safety and security of the site.
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Operate security cameras and alarm systems, ensuring any suspicious activity is reported immediately to the appropriate authorities.
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Monitor and control entry points to the hospital, ensuring that only authorized individuals are allowed access to restricted areas.
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Act quickly in emergency situations, such as medical emergencies, fire alarms, or security threats. Assist hospital staff as needed during crises and evacuations.
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Greeting and assisting visitors, patients, and hospital staff. Provide directions and ensure that guests adhere to hospital policies and procedures.
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De-escalate tense situations, resolve conflicts, and ensure that all interactions are handled calmly and professionally.
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Document daily activities, incidents, or accidents accurately. Complete reports on incidents, breaches, and security concerns.
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Work closely with hospital staff and local law enforcement to provide a coordinated security effort and ensure the safety of all parties involved.
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Ensure that hospital policies, including visitor and patient protocols, are followed.
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Address any violations in a manner that upholds hospital safety standards
Prerequisites:
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Valid Security License for the province of Ontario
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Valid First Aid & CPR Level C
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Immunization records for Mumps, Measles, Rubella, Varicella , C19 two doses, and two step TB skin test
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English (oral and written) fluency is a must
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One year experience in security, or law enforcement is an asset
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Able to be clean-shave for N95 mask fit testing
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Legally authorized to work in Canada
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Degree in Police Foundations, Protection Security and Investigations, Criminology, or Border Services will be an asset
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Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
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Applicants who do not possess these certifications can opt into Paladin's Use of Force (UOF)/Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
Please be aware: The UOF/MOAB certification is not paid as it is a pre-employment requisite; however, Paladin will cover all the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability
Why choose Paladin?
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Opportunities for training and professional development
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Free Uniforms
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Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
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Paid vacation & sick days
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Work today, get paid today—daily pay available
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