Security Officer, 2nd shift, Per Diem

Overview

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. We strive to connect you to the care you need in moments that matter, including wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between. We are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. We are affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Burlington Hospital - 218 A Sunset Rd

Remote Type:
On-Site

Employment Type:

Employee
Employment Classification:
Per Diem
Time Type:
Part time

Work Shift:

2nd Shift (United States of America)
Total Weekly

Hours:

0
Additional Locations:

Safeguard, patrol, and monitor buildings, grounds, and property for the purpose of protecting lives, property, prevent theft, fire, vandalism, and unauthorized entry while abiding by and enforcing Virtua policy and procedure. Assist visitors, patients, vendors, and staff providing excellent customer services, hospitality, and a positive experience. Conduct weapon screening at public entrances with approved technology. Provide accurate information, directions and respond to all emergency situations.

Escalate emergency situations to law enforcement as needed. Monitor alarms and security cameras.

• Perform the duties associated with all assigned posts, including but not limited to walking and mobile security and safety rounds; stationary posts; traffic control and special assignments.
• May monitor doors, surveillance cameras, and alarms.
• Utilize Health System technology and systems to provide visitor control, input and output data; responsible for weapon screening utilizing handheld wands and the operation of the EVOLV weapon screening system, investigations, incident reports and shift logs; access control; infant protection and the security of sensitive areas.
• 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 directions and when warranted escort 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 all major and minor maintenance issues and communicate with the appropriate leadership to resolve the situation.
• Respond to emergency situations such as CODE Security and CODE RED alerts. Serve as a 1st level operations responder.
• Respond to and recognize all hazardous/chemical substance spills. Assist and use of specialized equipment as required.

• 2 years security experience preferred.
• Ability to stay levelheaded and respond quickly in stressful situations.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills
• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and meet insurance requirements.
• NJ Security Officers Registration Act (SORA) certified preferred.

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, but not limited to: 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 .

Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well. Our mission is to offer the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.