Security Officer

Sentara Health•Norfolk, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer provides a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and employees at Sentara Hospitals and Free-standing Emergency Departments. The Security Officer actively patrols campus and monitors activity in and around buildings and grounds and responds appropriately to routine and emergency situations. This individual performs camera surveillance, maintains department logs and records, uses computer skills for documentation of daily activities, conducts security investigations, evaluates situations, and takes appropriate steps for professional and timely resolution. To bolster safety and security for our patients and team members, Sentara has implemented a Fit for Duty assessment to ensure that our officers meet a minimum standard of fitness. The four-part assessment includes a response walk, a stair climb, a drag to safety and a lift.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Valid Drivers License with an acceptable driving record
Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) certification by International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) must be successfully obtained within 90 days of hire
One year of security experience
De-escalation and Physical Intervention training completed within 180 days of hire

Nice To Haves

Former military, law enforcement, or security officer experience preferred

Responsibilities

Actively patrols campus and monitors activity in and around buildings and grounds
Responds appropriately to routine and emergency situations
Performs camera surveillance
Maintains department logs and records
Uses computer skills for documentation of daily activities
Conducts security investigations
Evaluates situations
Takes appropriate steps for professional and timely resolution

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met