Full-Time

Senior Security Officer

UW Health

UW Health

5,001-10,000 employees

Academic medical center; cancer, pediatrics, transplants.

Compensation Overview

$24.19 - $36.29/hr

+ Overtime + Evening differential + Night differential + Weekend differential

Madison, WI, USA

In Person

Category
Security & Protective Services

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Requirements
  • 18 months of UW Health Security Officer or comparable experience Required
  • Must possess a current, valid driver's license issued by the individual's state of residence. Required
  • Must be at least 21 years old and have a minimum of three (3) years of driving experience to operate a Personal Vehicle, Patient/Visitor Vehicle, or standard UW Health Fleet Vehicle. Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Hire Required
  • IAHSS Advanced Certification within 6 months Required
Responsibilities
  • Act as an Officer in Charge and respond to leaders across UW Health by overseeing day to day operations of the shift in the absence of a Supervisor
  • Properly document daily activities and write detailed and at times lengthy incident reports using computer software programs
  • Serve as a positive example and provide consistent training, coaching, and evaluation of new officers as part of the department’s field training program
  • Monitor and operate access control systems, security camera systems, intercoms, two-way radios, telephones, and alarm systems
Desired Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree Preferred
  • IAHSS Basic Certification Preferred

UW Health provides patient care, teaching, and research through a 471-bed academic medical center affiliated with the University of Wisconsin–Madison. It combines inpatient treatment and outpatient clinics with multidisciplinary teams using evidence-based care and advanced medical technologies. It differentiates itself as an academic medical center connected to UW–Madison, enabling access to clinical trials and comprehensive transplant services. Its goal is to improve patient outcomes and advance health through high-quality care, education, and research for the community and beyond.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

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Founded

1998

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Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisition strengthens UW Health's specialty care portfolio and geographic footprint in west Madison.
  • Established clinic with 1981 founding date brings credible patient relationships and clinical reputation.
  • Integration into larger health system enables cross-referrals and coordinated care for complex foot conditions.

What critics are saying

  • Staff turnover likely as independent practitioners resist UW Health bureaucracy and operational changes.
  • Dean Health and SSM Health capture market share through lower prices and faster appointments.
  • Epic Systems integration failures disrupt scheduling and records, mirroring 2025 outages costing $10M revenue.

What makes UW Health unique

  • Integrates 45-year podiatry practice with established Madison patient base into UW Health network.
  • Expands UW Health's foot and ankle care capabilities including orthotics and physical therapy services.
  • Retains University Podiatry Associates location, staff, and operational continuity through July 1, 2026 transition.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Family Planning Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Wellness Program

Childcare Support

Flexible Work Hours

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