Security Guard

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

2d • $54,213 - $75,302 • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Guard is responsible for the safety and security of patients, staff, and visitors at NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn. The role requires remaining alert to activities within a designated post or monitored area and carrying out supervisor instructions, hospital policies, and directives issued by the director. The Security Guard performs patrols and rounds, provides information and directions, responds to alarms and service calls, and supports safety and security operations throughout the hospital and medical offices.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• New York State Security Guard Registration.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of prior security experience.
• CPR / Heart Saver certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform floor patrols or rounds within the hospital and medical offices.
• Provide routine information to visitors, vendors, and employees and direct them to appropriate destinations.
• Respond to morgue calls, transport deceased patients to the morgue, and ensure proper release of bodies.
• Collect patient valuables upon request and secure them in the property room safe until called for.
• Provide escort services to staff and visitors.
• Respond to alarm activations and investigate their causes.
• Maintain a professional appearance by wearing the proper uniform and being well groomed.
• Assist in conducting hospital fire drills.
• Periodically provide one-on-one observation of psychiatric patients.
• Assist with patient restraints in areas such as the Emergency Department and Psychiatric Unit.
• Collect and properly document lost-and-found items.
• Maintain a daily activity log of activities and calls for service.
• Carry out supervisor instructions and hospital policies and directives issued by the director.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Holistic employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive-care well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED