Job Description

Responsible for protecting company's property and staff by maintaining a safe and secure environment. Provides security by positioning himself/herself within a building entrance, more specifically, at or near the front desk/check in area. Ensure that all employees and visitors are properly greeted and checked in. Answers questions and directs individuals to the proper locations throughout the facility. Notifies employees of arriving visitors and directs them to meet and escort their guests. Follows proper security protocols by obtaining and issuing proper identification of anyone entering the facility.

An AH Security Officer 1 is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors in AH healthcare facilities. This role involves monitoring the premises, preventing unauthorized access, responding to emergencies, and ensuring the enforcement of hospital policies and procedures related to safety and security.

Job Responsibilities / Essential Functions

Security and Surveillance
Patrol hospital buildings and grounds to deter and detect criminal activity, suspicious behavior, and unauthorized access.
Monitor security cameras, alarms, and other surveillance equipment to ensure the safety of the premises.
Secure entrances, exits, and restricted areas to prevent breaches or theft.
Control pedestrian and vehicular traffic as needed.
Performs all other duties as assigned, work 12-hour shifts (including holidays), being available for call-back assignments, and attending and successfully completing all mandatory training.
May be required to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods (up to four hours).
Emergency Response to incidents at AH Locations
Respond promptly to disturbances (AH Security Assistance) involving Team Members, Patients and/or Visitors. The Security Officer will deescalate the situation and is responsible to ensure the safety of all persons and property.
Respond promptly to all acute medical events (AH Medical Assistance) to assist clinical staff as needed.
Respond promptly to all fire alarms (AH Facility Alert Fire Emergency) and participate in fire suppression and assist Team Members, Patients and Visitors as needed.
Respond and investigate all missing children (AH Missing Person/Child/Infant) and any suspected infant abduction (AH Infant/Child Abduction).
Responsible to provide Leadership to our Team Members, Patients and Visitors during any Active Shooter situation (AH Active Shooter).
Responsible for assisting all Team Members, Patients and Visitors during any Disaster or Emergency Situation (AH Facility Alerts)

Access Control
Verify the identity of visitors and vendors entering AH Medical Centers and Off-Site Locations as appropriate.
Enforce hospital policies and procedures regarding access to sensitive areas, such as patient rooms, operating rooms, or pharmacies.
Issue and manage all Team Member badges.
Familiarity with EZ Lobby and Rep Trex computer systems for managing vendor badge access.

Customer Service
Provide directions and assistance to patients and visitors.
Maintain a professional demeanor while addressing complaints or concerns.
Serve as a visible point of contact to reassure staff and visitors that our facilities are a safe environment.

Reporting and Documentation
Prepare well written, detailed, and accurate incident reports for all security-related events utilizing the IMC Computer database.
Maintain logs of daily activities to include patient scans, helicopter arrivals, property reports, contraband reports, panic button testing, and forensic patients.
Establish and maintain effective communication with all Team Members.
Proficient in the use of Security Tech

MININMUM EDUCATION AND/OR SECURITY REQUIREMENTS -

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

NJ Driver License with a clean record is required.

Associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience: Security, law enforcement and/or military experience is preferred

Named one of America's 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, a World’s Best Hospital by Newsweek and recognized as a Best Regional Hospital in the NY Metro area by U.S. News & World Report.

Our Atlantic Neuroscience Institute is the region’s leader in neuroscience care. A hub for the New Jersey Stroke Network, we offer a broad range of advanced neurological, neurosurgical and neurodiagnostic services. We are also certified as a Level IV Epilepsy Center and home to the Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center, where more brain tumor surgeries are performed than anywhere else in New Jersey. Our CyberKnife® program is the largest and most experienced in the state. We also have a satellite emergency department in Union, NJ, which treats about 40,000 emergency cases each year.

Committed to providing exceptional care, Overlook Medical Center has achieved the prestigious Magnet® recognition. This designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center is the highest national honor for nursing excellence. What’s more, Overlook Medical Center has advanced certification from The Joint Commission for perinatal care and is designated an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center. Additional Joint Commission-certified services include behavioral health care, spine surgery, wound care, and primary care medical home (PCMH).

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.