Hospital Security & Access Control Specialist

Atlantic Health; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health in Morristown, NJ is seeking a Security Officer to protect property and staff by maintaining a safe and secure environment. You will patrol hospital buildings and monitor surveillance, greet employees and visitors, and enforce access control at entrances.

The role involves responding to emergencies, deescalating disturbances, issuing badges, and documenting incidents using the facility's security systems.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital buildings and grounds to deter and detect criminal activity, suspicious behavior, and unauthorized access.
• Monitor security cameras, alarms, and other surveillance equipment to ensure safety.
• Secure entrances, exits, and restricted areas to prevent breaches or theft.
• Control pedestrian and vehicular traffic as needed.
• Respond to disturbances and emergencies, deescalate situations and ensure safety of staff and visitors.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and maintain logs of daily activities using security systems.
• Verify visitor and vendor identities and enforce access policies for sensitive areas.
• Collaborate with hospital staff and emergency services as required.

Job description

Atlantic Health in Morristown, NJ is seeking a Security Officer to protect property and staff by maintaining a safe and secure environment. You will patrol hospital buildings and monitor surveillance, greet employees and visitors, and enforce access control at entrances.

The role involves responding to emergencies, deescalating disturbances, issuing badges, and documenting incidents using the facility's security systems.