Security Officer - Full Time Day - Pennsylvania Hospital

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital’s Security team is seeking a Security Officer I to protect patients, visitors, staff, and assets across campus. You will patrol facilities, respond to incidents, and support safety programs while delivering excellent service.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, ACT 235 clearance, BLS certification, and de-escalation training. Join us to help maintain a safe, healing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• ACT 235 Clearance required or within six months of hire.
• BLS Certification required or within six months of hire.
• De-escalation training (CPI or HWC) required or within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital buildings, grounds, and parking areas to ensure safety and security.
• Monitor for unauthorized activity, security breaches, and fire/life safety hazards.
• Respond to security incidents, emergencies, alarms, and hospital condition codes.
• Investigate and document incidents, suspicious activity, and safety concerns.
• Assist staff, patients, and visitors while providing exceptional customer service.
• Complete activity logs, incident reports, and other required documentation.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership and clinical teams during emergency situations.
• Support crime prevention and security awareness initiatives.
• Following required certifications, assist with de-escalation of volatile situations and other security interventions.

Skills

Patrol procedures

Emergency response

Incident reporting

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver's License

ACT 235 Clearance

BLS Certification

De-escalation training

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Join Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital's Security team and help maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, staff, and hospital assets. Security Officers provide campus-wide protection through patrols, incident response, safety monitoring, and customer service.

Position Summary

The Security Officer I is responsible for protecting hospital personnel, patients, visitors, students, and property. This role conducts security patrols, responds to incidents and emergencies, investigates security concerns, and promotes a safe environment across hospital facilities and grounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital buildings, grounds, and parking areas to ensure safety and security.
• Monitor for unauthorized activity, security breaches, and fire/life safety hazards.
• Respond to security incidents, emergencies, alarms, and hospital condition codes.
• Investigate and document incidents, suspicious activity, and safety concerns.
• Assist staff, patients, and visitors while providing exceptional customer service.
• Complete activity logs, incident reports, and other required documentation.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership and clinical teams during emergency situations.
• Support crime prevention and security awareness initiatives.
• Following required certifications, assist with de-escalation of volatile situations and other security interventions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• ACT 235 Clearance or within six months of hire required.
• BLS Certification or within six months of hire required.
• De-escalation training (CPI or HWC) or within six months of hire required.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.