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Security Officer - East Madison Hospital

UW Health
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2026
Work Schedule

90% FTE. Day/Evening/Night; hours. Scheduled shifts are 3, 12 hour shifts per week, every other weekend rotation is required. Schedules are completed 6 months at a time. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay

  • Overtime
  • Weekend, evening & night shift differential
    • For evening hours - after 3:00 pm you will earn an additional $3.00/hr.
    • For night hours - after 11:00 pm you will earn an additional $4.00/hr.
    • On Saturday and Sunday, you will earn an additional $3.25/hr.
Be part of something remarkable

Play a critical role in keeping patients, visitors and staff safe at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin.

We Are Seeking a Security Officer To

  • Patrol hospital grounds assisting visitors with directions and acting as the first responder to emergencies and disturbances.
  • Interact with law enforcement, patients, visitors and staff regarding any security or safety issues.
  • Properly document daily activities and write detailed and at times lengthy incident reports using computer software programs.
  • Monitor and operate access control systems, security camera systems, intercoms, two-way radios, telephones, and alarm systems.

At UW Health, You Will Have

  • An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
  • Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
  • Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent Required
  • Associate's Degree or progress towards a degree in criminal justice field or a Bachelor's Degree in any other field of study. Preferred

Work Experience

  • 1 year relevant experience or appropriate preferred education requirements. Required
  • Experience in healthcare security, corporate security, or law enforcement. Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

  • Valid driver's license in the person's state of residence. Must be 21 years of age or have three (3) years of driving experience to operate a Patient/Visitor Vehicle or UW Health Vehicle other than a golf cart or utility terrain vehicle Required
  • IAHSS Basic Certification within 6 months Required

Our commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

UW Health East Madison Hospital - is UW Health's newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you're sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.

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