Patient Watch Guard | Full-Time

OverviewPosition: Full-Time Patient Watch GuardSite: Kingston General Hospital, 76 Stuart St.Hours: Continental Rotation (0800–2000 / 2000–0800)Overtime Method: Averaging Agreement after 88 hoursPay Rate: $18.35/hourInternal Posting Date: January 19, 2026Internal Closing Date: January 26, 2026External Closing Date: February 28, 2026Site DescriptionKingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) is southeastern Ontario's leading complex, acute, and specialty care, research, and teaching hospital. KHSC includes the Hotel Dieu Hospital site, Kingston General Hospital site, the Cancer Centre of Southeastern Ontario, and a major research institute. We serve more than 650,000 patients and families across the region.As one of the area's largest employers, KHSC has nearly 6,000 staff, over 2,000 health-care learners, and 1,000 volunteers dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Fully affiliated with Queen's University, KHSC is recognized as one of Canada's top research hospitals and trains thousands of students annually.The KGH site is the regional referral center for cardiac, stroke, renal, trauma, neurosurgery, pediatrics, neonatal care, high-risk obstetrics, acute inpatient mental health, and cancer care. The HDH site provides specialized outpatient services including pediatrics, medicine, ophthalmology, cardiology, urology, dermatology, gastroenterology, surgery, mental health, oncology, and urgent care.Benefits of Joining PaladinExtensive training and professional developmentCompetitive wages and benefitsFree uniformsSecurity license reimbursementDry cleaning and tailoring allowanceWork today, get paid todayAdditional employee perksJob ResponsibilitiesMaintain a professional and visible security presenceGreet, assist, and direct patients, visitors, and staffProtect clients, staff, buildings, and assetsWork independently and collaborativelyConduct interior and exterior patrolsRespond to emergencies and support code responsesDocument and report incidents; conduct investigations as requiredPerform patient watches and enforce hospital policies/by-lawsManage access control, keys, and parking enforcementAssist with monthly safety inspections and other assigned dutiesJob RequirementsValid Ontario Security Guard LicenseValid First Aid & CPR Level C (WSIB-approved provider)Ability to be clean-shaven for N95 mask fit testingProof of COVID-19 vaccination (minimum two doses)Immunization records for MMR, Varicella, Pertussis, and TB (Step 1 & 2)How to obtain records: https://paladinsecurity.com//wp-content/uploads/2023/07/How-to-get-immunization-records-Paladin.pdfKHSC Immunization Forms requiredFull MMR-V immunization must be completed prior to hireAbility to clear a Vulnerable Sector Check (completed during onboarding)Minimum 6 months of security experience (healthcare preferred but not required)Full-time availability with a minimum 6-month commitmentStrong English communication skills; French an assetMinimum 6 months customer service experience preferredMust provide Stay Safe certificationsApplicants without these may complete Paladin's Stay Safe program prior to onboardingTraining is unpaid as it is a prerequisite; Paladin covers all costs with a 6-month commitmentMust be legally authorized to work in CanadaCertification Requirements (All)Valid Ontario Security LicenseValid Certification in First Aid, CPR and AEDAdditional Information / BenefitsPaladin Security: 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 youPaladin 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.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr