Security Officer - Full Time - Pennsylvania Hospital

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated security personnel to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. This role involves patrolling hospital premises, responding to emergencies, and conducting inspections to maintain safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and relevant certifications, contributing to a collaborative and supportive healthcare environment. Join a team committed to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families while enjoying comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Prepaid Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Qualifications

• Required certifications include PA Act - Trng to Cry Lthl Wpns and CPR.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Patrol premises for security and safety; respond to emergencies.
• Conduct fire protection inspections and preliminary investigations.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Patrol and Surveillance

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Equivalent experience in law enforcement or security

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?

Summary:

• Provide a safe and secure environment for patients, employees, and visitors.

Responsibilities:

• Patrol hospital premises for security, safety, and fire protection purposes.
• Assume designated fixed security guard posts for protection, control, or general assistance.
• Provide protective escort for individuals and hospital property as required.
• Conduct fire protection inspections of hospital premises.
• Conduct preliminary investigations of alleged criminal acts on hospital premises.
• Identify, remove, or apprehend unauthorized or suspicious persons on hospital premises.
• Respond to internal security or fire emergency alarms and take appropriate action.
• Submit departmental daily operations reports as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information obtained during job duties.
• Interact with all PAH employees, staff, visitors, and patients in a professional and helpful manner.
• Use effective interpersonal skills in all interactions.
• Perform duties consistent with the care philosophy of Pennsylvania Hospital.

Credentials:

• PA Act - Trng to Cry Lthl Wpns (Required)
• Pennsylvania State Act 235 certification required within six months of employment.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• CPR Certification required within six months of employment.

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Equivalent experience in law enforcement, security, or criminal justice education (0-1 years preferred).

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, including one of the region's finest prepaid tuition assistance programs. 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, or any other protected status under applicable law.