SECURITY GUARD - FULL-TIME NIGHT SHIFT AND EVERY OTHER WEEKEND 24357

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in the role of Security Guard. You will be responsible for maintaining safety across the Medical Center, acting as a liaison to visitors, and responding to security incidents. This position requires good communication skills and a high school diploma, with comprehensive benefits and competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Ongoing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Pass security guard test and/or training through Bergen County Police & Fire Academy.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Experience as a security guard preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrol all areas of the Medical Center to prevent and detect security issues.
• Act as liaison between patients, visitors, and the Medical Center.
• Prepare incident reports and conduct investigations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center!

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Security Guard.

Job Duties

• Patrol all areas of the Medical Center, including stairwells and restricted areas, to prevent and detect fires, thefts, vandalism, and other security issues.
• Act as liaison between patients, visitors, and the Medical Center, explaining policies and services to visitors and families.
• Provide reports on patient and visitor issues to administration; investigate and direct inquiries to appropriate staff.
• Assist in referring patients and visitors to appropriate services; respond personally when needed.
• Detect violations of law, contact law enforcement, and represent the Medical Center in court proceedings if necessary.
• Prepare incident reports and conduct investigations as required.
• Handle disruptive individuals and participate in restraining emotionally disturbed patients when summoned by medical staff.
• Manage parking, including directing cars, re-parking double-parked vehicles, and reporting violations.
• Perform dispatching duties, including answering phones, entering data, monitoring surveillance systems, and emergency alarms.
• Serve as switchboard operator during midnight shift (12am-8am).
• Log daily receipts and maintain departmental reports.
• Provide excellent customer service with professionalism, patience, and helpfulness.
• Adhere to departmental policies, safety, infection control, and ethical standards.
• Assess and improve policies and procedures; understand and follow the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct and core values.

Other Duties

• Undertake driving assignments as needed.
• Participate in meetings, training, and workshops.
• Maintain department equipment.
• Escort employees and perform related tasks to support department operations.

Position Qualifications

• Pass security guard test and/or approved training through Bergen County Police & Fire Academy.
• Ability to drive standard shift cars.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English; second language preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Education

High School Diploma or GED required.

Physical Demands

Contact with hospital community, responding to calls, enforcing rules, and physical restraint when necessary. Prolonged standing, walking, and climbing stairs are expected.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary is commensurate with experience, including shift differentials and additional certifications. We offer comprehensive health plans, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing education opportunities.

Qualifications Summary

• High School diploma required.
• Experience as a security guard preferred.
• Driver’s license required.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, see the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.