Sergeant Security, 1st shift

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. Whether that’s wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.

If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well‑being of the community. That means bringing life‑changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

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

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Responsible for the direction of daily activities of assigned areas. Assume overall responsibility for the safety and security of designated areas. Assign tasks to ensure continuity of operations. Identify potential security risks and respond accordingly. Complete incident reports and required documentation for all security incidents.

• Aid in training security officers. Educate trains and drills hospital staff on responding to emergency situations. Provide assistance in Environment of Care rounds and Joint Commission Surveys.
• Perform the duties associated with all assigned posts including but not limited to walking and mobile security and safety rounds; stationary posts; one-to-one observer; traffic control and special assignments.; responsible for overseeing weapon screening utilizing handheld wands and the operation of the weapon screening system, investigations, incident reports and shift logs; access control; infant protection and the security of sensitive areas.
• Provide daily operational support to the Lieutenant, Chief or Director and as needed assume responsibility for the operations of the department.
• Collaborates and effectively communicates (verbal and written) with division team members; officer‑in‑charge (OIC); immediate supervisor;
  Nursing Supervisor;
  Division Management;
  Health System security teams; and law enforcement agencies.
• Provides directions and when warranted escorts visitors, vendors, patients, and staff to appropriate locations within and outside of the facilities and parking lots. Verify all staff are wearing s and the public (visitors, vendors, contractors, etc.) obtain proper , passes and badges. Fabricates s.
• Respond to maintenance issues during off hours and if needed, contact appropriate personnel for resolution.

2 or more years' experience in security or comparable role.

HS diploma or equivalent.

• Valid driver's licence required. Must be…