Hospital Security Officer I – Patient & Facility Safety

Penn Medicine; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health LGH is hiring security personnel to protect patients, staff and visitors across the campus. The role requires proactive patrols, incident reporting, and collaboration with clinical and administrative teams to maintain a safe environment.

Responsibilities include participating in pre- and post-shift briefings, monitoring activities, responding to emergencies, de-escalating situations, and maintaining logs and records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must complete the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety Basic Certification within 1 year.
• Must possess a valid State driver's license.
• Must complete PPCI PATH, OCAT, and Defensive Tactics within six 6 months of employment.
• Must complete Crisis Prevention Institute CPI Level 4 - Advanced Physical Skills training within six 6 months of employment.
• Must complete basic CPR AED certification within six 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas, monitoring the facility and activity to provide a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and staff.
• Take part in pre shift and post shift briefings to remain current with recent security events and incidents.
• Document daily activity and security responses during a work shift through the use of a thorough and complete daily activity log.
• Respond to requests for Security to resolve emergency situations, investigate suspicious activity, de-escalate volatile situations and take appropriate action as directed by Security Department supervisory personnel.
• Investigate, document and resolve security related incidents. Report abuses of hospital equipment or property to proper authority.
• Respond to all intra-facility specialized alarms and Condition Codes as may be required.
• Conduct regular security checks audits of Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health LGH properties and grounds during non-business hours.
• Monitor all hospital premises, grounds and parking facilities for security concerns and any potential safety hazards.
• Monitor all parking areas and associated traffic flow on Lancaster General property.

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)

Job description

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health LGH is hiring security personnel to protect patients, staff and visitors across the campus. The role requires proactive patrols, incident reporting, and collaboration with clinical and administrative teams to maintain a safe environment.

Responsibilities include participating in pre- and post-shift briefings, monitoring activities, responding to emergencies, de-escalating situations, and maintaining logs and records.