Healthcare Security Officer – Patient Safety & Response

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health LGH is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, employees, and visitors and to respond to emergencies. Being part of a collaborative health system, you will patrol facilities, document incidents, and coordinate with supervisors and nursing leadership to maintain a safe environment.

The role requires strong observation, reporting, and de-escalation skills, with shifts varying 3pm-11pm and mornings; prior security or healthcare security experience is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must complete IAHSS Basic Certification within one year of employment.
• Must possess a valid State driver’s license.
• Must complete PPCI PATH, OCAT, and Defensive Tactics within six months of employment.
• Must complete Crisis Prevention Institute CPI Level 4 - Advanced Physical Skills training within six months of employment.
• Must complete basic CPR AED certification within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide security for patients, employees, and visitors; initiate investigations and follow up.
• Patrol assigned areas to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.
• Take part in pre- and post-shift briefings to stay current on security events.
• Document daily activity and security responses in logs.
• Respond to requests for security to resolve emergencies and investigate incidents.
• Investigate, document, and resolve security-related incidents and report abuses of hospital property.
• Respond to intra-facility alarms and condition codes as required.
• Conduct regular security checks of properties and grounds during non-business hours.
• Monitor premises, grounds and parking facilities for security concerns and hazards.

Skills

Patrol

Investigation

De-escalation

Communication

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health LGH is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, employees, and visitors and to respond to emergencies. Being part of a collaborative health system, you will patrol facilities, document incidents, and coordinate with supervisors and nursing leadership to maintain a safe environment.

The role requires strong observation, reporting, and de-escalation skills, with shifts varying 3pm-11pm and mornings; prior security or healthcare security experience is