Patient-Focused Hospital Security Officer

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham, Inc.; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, seeks a Security Officer to support safety and emergency management across the campus. You will patrol, respond to incidents, assist patients and staff, and help visitors with information in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role emphasizes vigilance, quick decision-making, and adherence to security procedures while coordinating with facilities and police when needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• BA in Criminal Justice preferred.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts preventative security and safety patrols throughout buildings and grounds.
• Participates in follow-up investigations.
• Provides security for patients, visitors, staff and employees and safeguards the property by 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 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

Written communications

Oral communications

Problem solving

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, seeks a Security Officer to support safety and emergency management across the campus. You will patrol, respond to incidents, assist patients and staff, and help visitors with information in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role emphasizes vigilance, quick decision-making, and adherence to security procedures while coordinating with facilities and police when needed.