Hospital Security Officer — Patient Safety & Emergency Response

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Security Officer to support safety, security, and emergency management across hospital facilities. You will patrol buildings, interact with patients and staff, and respond to security incidents with a calm, professional approach.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, a valid MA driver's license, and 0–1 years of related experience. CPR/First Aid training and MOAB are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice preferred.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• MA Driver's License and good driving record.
• High School Degree/GED requirement may be waived with equivalent related work experience.
• Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access).

Responsibilities

• Conducts preventative security and safety patrols throughout buildings and grounds.
• Participates in follow-up investigations.
• Provides security for the hospital's patients, visitors, staff and employees and safeguards the property by immediately responding to requests and emergency codes.
• Maintains alertness for unusual or abnormal conditions or suspicious activities.
• Observes unauthorized persons and takes appropriate action, notifies supervisor or police.
• Locks and unlocks doors following established procedures.
• Enforces parking for patients, staff and visitors according to parking policies.
• Investigates reports of leaks, broken windows or facility damage, etc. and informs Facilities Dept.
• Reports potential fire or safety hazards.
• Performs and participates in security, safety, and facilities inspections, fire watches, and alarm checks.

Skills

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Independence of Action

Written Communications

Oral Communications

Knowledge

Team Work

Customer Service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice preferred

MOAB training

CPR/First Aid Training preferred

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Security Officer to support safety, security, and emergency management across hospital facilities. You will patrol buildings, interact with patients and staff, and respond to security incidents with a calm, professional approach.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, a valid MA driver's license, and 0–1 years of related experience. CPR/First Aid training and MOAB are preferred.