Security Officer, 3rd shift, Full Time, 40 hrs/wk

Virtua Medical Group; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a dedicated Security Officer for on-site, full-time work in South New Jersey. The role focuses on safeguarding facilities, assisting visitors and staff, and performing weapon screening with advanced technology.

Strong communication and calm decision-making are essential across shifts. Qualifications include a HS diploma or equivalent, at least 2 years of security experience, a valid driver’s license, and SORA certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2 years security experience preferred.
• Ability to stay levelheaded and respond quickly in stressful situations.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills.
• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required. SORA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard, patrol, and monitor buildings, grounds, and property to protect lives and property.
• Assist visitors, patients, vendors, and staff with excellent customer service and a positive experience.
• Operate weapon screening with handheld wands and EVOLV system; conduct investigations and prepare reports.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, nursing staff, and law enforcement as needed.
• Escort visitors, vendors, patients, and staff to locations and verify ID badges.

Skills

Security experience

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

EVOLV system

Surveillance tech

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our EatWell food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location

Location: Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave Remote Type: On-Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: 3rd Shift (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 40 Additional Locations:

Job Information

Summary

Safeguard, patrol, and monitor buildings, grounds, and property for the purpose of protecting lives, property, prevent theft, fire, vandalism, and unauthorized entry while abiding by and enforcing Virtua policy and procedure. Assist visitors, patients, vendors, and staff providing excellent customer services, hospitality, and a positive experience. Conduct weapon screening at public entrances with approved technology. Provide accurate information, directions and respond to all emergency situations. Escalate emergency situations to law enforcement as needed. Monitor alarms and security cameras.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform the duties associated with all assigned posts, including but not limited to walking and mobile security and safety rounds; stationary posts; traffic control and special assignments.
• May monitor doors, surveillance cameras, and alarms.
• Utilize Health System technology and systems to provide visitor control, input and output data; responsible for weapon screening utilizing handheld wands and the operation of the EVOLV weapon screening system, investigations, incident reports and shift logs; access control; infant protection and the security of sensitive areas.
• Effectively communicate (verbal and written) to division team members; officer-in-charge (OIC); immediate supervisor; Nursing Supervisor; Health System security teams; and law enforcement agencies.
• Provides directions and when warranted escorts visitors, vendors, patients, and staff to appropriate locations within and outside of the facilities and parking lots.
• Verify all staff are wearing ID badges and the public (visitors, vendors, contractors, etc.) obtain proper ID bands, passes and badges.
• Fabricates ID badges.
• Respond to all major and minor maintenance issues and communicate with the appropriate leadership to resolve the situation.
• Respond to emergency situations such as CODE Security and CODE RED alerts.
• Serve as a 1st level operations responder.
• Respond to and recognize all hazardous/chemical substance spills.
• Assist and use of specialized equipment as required.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

• 2 years security experience preferred.
• Ability to stay levelheaded and respond quickly in stressful situations.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills.

Required Education

HS diploma or equivalent.

Training/Certifications/Licensure

Valid driver’s license required. Must be at least 21 years of age and meet insurance requirements. NJ Security Officers Registration Act (SORA) certified preferred.

Hourly Rate

$18.69 - $26.01 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well That's our mission. We’re dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world-class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.