Security Officer

Ardent Health Services; Montclair (NJ); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Montclair, NJ is seeking a variable-shift PRN Security Officer to join our hospital campus team. The role covers patrols, escort duties, building access control, and responding to alarms to ensure a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of security, corrections, or law enforcement experience and a valid driver''s license. Prior healthcare security is preferred; pay and benefits are based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of prior security, corrections, or law enforcement experience.
• Valid driver''s license required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• The Security Officer role is responsible for performing a variety of safety and security functions related to the safeguarding of our employees, patients, visitors, physicians, and property.
• Campus patrolling of the hospital as well as medical offices owned/operated by the hospital.
• Routinely provide escort service to staff and visitors.
• Daily lock and unlock of facilities on campus.
• Provide motor vehicle assistance to staff and/or visitors.
• Respond to all alarm activations and investigate the cause.
• Assist in conducting all fire drills within the hospital.
• Responsible for enforcing all parking regulations and traffic control within the hospital campus.
• Assist with patient restraints (i.e., Emergency Department and Psychiatric unit).
• Act as Hazmat first responders.
• Conduct monthly ground surveys and report findings.
• Maintain a daily activity log of all activities and calls for service that were addressed and handled.

Skills

Security experience

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a variable-shift, PRN, Security Officer in Montclair, NJ.

Why Join Us?

• Thrive We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200+ employees, and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.

Responsibilities

• The Security Officer role is responsible for performing a variety of safety and security functions related to the safeguarding of our employees, patients, visitors, physicians, and property.
• Campus patrolling of the hospital as well as medical offices owned/operated by the hospital.
• Routinely provide escort service to staff and visitors.
• Daily lock and unlock of facilities on campus.
• Provide motor vehicle assistance to staff and/or visitors,
• Respond to all alarm activations and investigate the cause.
• Assist in conducting all fire drills within the hospital.
• Responsible for enforcing all parking regulations and traffic control within the hospital campus.
• Assist with patient restraints (i.e., Emergency Department and Psychiatric unit).
• Act as Hazmat first responders.
• Conduct monthly ground surveys and report findings.
• Maintain a daily activity log of all activities and calls for service that were addressed and handled.
• Responsible for the collection of all lost and found items, including the production of proper documentation and identifying the location of the owner whenever possible.
• Respond to calls for morgue duty (i.e., transport of deceased patient to the morgue and responsibility for proper release of the body).
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of prior security, corrections, or law enforcement experience.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Experience within a healthcare setting.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.