Security Officer

Overview Join our team as a variable-shift, PRN, Security Officer in Montclair, NJ. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200+ employees, and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit. Responsibilities The Security Officer role is responsible for performing a variety of safety and security functions related to the safeguarding of our employees, patients, visitors, physicians, and property. Campus patrolling of the hospital as well as medical offices owned/operated by the hospital. Routinely provide escort service to staff and visitors. Daily lock and unlock of facilities on campus. Provide motor vehicle assistance to staff and/or visitors, Respond to all alarm activations and investigate the cause. Assist in conducting all fire drills within the hospital. Responsible for enforcing all parking regulations and traffic control within the hospital campus. Assist with patient restraints (i.e., Emergency Department and Psychiatric unit). Act as Hazmat first responders. Conduct monthly ground surveys and report findings. Maintain a daily activity log of all activities and calls for service that were addressed and handled. Responsible for the collection of all lost and found items, including the production of proper documentation and identifying the location of the owner whenever possible. Respond to calls for morgue duty (i.e., transport of deceased patient to the morgue and responsibility for proper release of the body). Perform any and all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Job Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent. 1-3 years of prior security, corrections, or law enforcement experience. Valid driver’s license. Preferred Job Requirements: Experience within a healthcare setting. Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mountainside Medical Center