Hospital Security Specialist — Patient & Staff Safety

Mount Sinai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Hospital in New York is seeking a full-time Security Officer to protect patients, staff and visitors, deter loss, and respond to emergencies across the medical center. The role involves access control, patrols, investigations, and coordination with security teams to maintain a safe environment.

Qualifications include HS/GED; security or law enforcement experience is preferred and NYS licensure as a Security Officer is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS/GED required.
• Experience in security or law enforcement is preferred.
• Current NYS licensure as Security Officer is preferred (Agency: NYS Department of State)

Responsibilities

• Staff posts, patrol areas, and investigate incidents to protect patients, staff, visitors and property.
• Provide emergency assistance by responding to requests and incidents.
• Manage access control: ID checks, visitor screening, passes, and area clearance.
• Direct vehicle traffic to prevent congestion; keep ambulance bays clear.
• Assist and direct visitors; detain unauthorized individuals.
• Conduct security escorts within the center to parking lots and nearby residences.
• Escort funds and valuables to the Cashier.
• Submit timely security activity reports.
• Perform related security, office, or record-keeping tasks.

Education

HS/GED

Job description

Mount Sinai Hospital in New York is seeking a full-time Security Officer to protect patients, staff and visitors, deter loss, and respond to emergencies across the medical center. The role involves access control, patrols, investigations, and coordination with security teams to maintain a safe environment.

Qualifications include HS/GED; security or law enforcement experience is preferred and NYS licensure as a Security Officer is preferred.