Security Officer, 1st shift

Overview

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. We are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. Our system includes five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations.

We are affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics. We are Magnet-recognized and have received multiple awards for quality, safety, and an outstanding work environment.

Location:

Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave

Remote Type:
On-Site

Employment Type:

Employee | Employment Classification:
Regular | Time Type:
Full time |

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America) | Total Weekly

Hours:

40

Safeguard, patrol and monitor buildings, grounds and property for the purpose of protecting lives, property, prevent theft, fire, vandalism and unauthorized entry while abiding to and enforcing Virtua policy and procedure. Assist visitors, patients, vendors and staff providing excellent customer services, hospitality and a positive experience. Provide accurate information, directions and respond to all emergency situations. If performing surveillance, will monitor security & safety related computer systems.

• Perform the duties associated with all assigned posts, including walking and mobile security and safety rounds; stationary posts; one-to-one observer; traffic control and special assignments.
• May monitor doors, surveillance cameras, and alarms for Virtua.
• Utilize Health System technology and systems to provide visitor control, input and output data; investigations, incident reports and shift logs; access control; infant protection and the security of sensitive areas.
• Work closely with and effectively communicate (verbal and written) to division team members; officer-in-charge (OIC); immediate supervisor;
  Nursing Supervisor;
  Health System security teams; and law enforcement agencies.
• Provide direction and, when warranted, escort visitors, vendors, patients and staff to appropriate locations within and outside of the facilities and parking lots.
• Provide written reports of all security related incidents occurring during assigned shift. Check security systems light, plumbing, heating and report all malfunctions.
• Verify all staff is wearing  and the public obtain proper , passes and badges.
• Assess all minor maintenance issues. Address issues as able, or notify the appropriate Plant Engineering staff for support. Examples include minor plumbing repairs, resetting electrical breakers, replacing light bulbs, pillow speakers, etc.
• Respond to emergency situations such as CODE GREY and CODE RED alerts. Serve as a 1st level operations responder. Respond to and recognize all hazardous/chemical substance spills. Assist and use special equipment as required.

• A minimum of 2 years in security experience preferred.
• Must be mechanically inclined and familiar with the use of small hand tools.
• Clear communication skills (verbal and written).

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification preferred (may be required to meet the needs of specific campus locations).
• Security Officers Registration Act (SORA) certification preferred.
• Valid Driver's license.

Hourly Rate: $18.69 - $26.01. The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance;

tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

For more benefits information, please review the benefits information provided by the employer.