Security Officer I - Full Time - Shift/Hours Varies - Atlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, NJ
About the role
The AHS Security Officer 1 is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors in AHS healthcare facilities and corporate locations. 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.
Responsibilities
- Security and Surveillance Patrol hospital buildings and grounds to deter and detect criminal activity, suspicious behavior, and unauthorized access.
- Maintain 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.
- Respond promptly to disturbances (AHS Security Assistance) involving Team Members, Patients and/or Visitors.
- Deescalate situations and ensure the safety of all persons and property.
- Respond promptly to all acute medical events (AHS Medical Assistance) to assist clinical staff as needed.
- Respond promptly to all fire alarms (AHS Facility Alert Fire Emergency) and participate in fire suppression and assist Team Members, Patients and Visitors as needed.
- Respond and investigate all missing children (AHS Missing Person/Child/Infant) and any suspected infant abduction (AHS Infant/Child Abduction).
- Provide leadership to our Team Members, Patients and Visitors during any Active Shooter situation (AHS Active Shooter).
- Assist all Team Members, Patients and Visitors during any Disaster or Emergency Situation (AHS Facility Alerts).
- Verify the identity of visitors and vendors entering AHS Medical Centers, Corporate Locations 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.
- Be familiar with the EZ Lobby and Rep Trex Computer Systems which provide badge access to vendors.
- Provide directions and assistance to patients and visitors.
- Maintain a professional demeanor while addressing complaints or concerns.
- 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 Technology to include AHECN distribution, IMC Computer, Mutualink, Victor Video System and ONYX Panel.
- Work closely with hospital staff, including the nursing and administrative teams, to ensure safety protocols are followed consistently with AHS Policies and Procedures.
- Collaborate with law enforcement and emergency services as required.
- Participate in the Iron Temple Response Control Techniques (RCT) Training twice per month and maintain a valid RCT Certification with Iron Temple.
- Complete the FEMA Incident Command System 100, 200 course and the IS 700 National Incident Management System course.
- Participate in the Emergency Management Decontamination Training.
- Remain updated on all AHS and Protection and Security Services Policies and Procedures.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associates degree or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Required Licenses: Valid driver’s license with a driving record in compliance with AH’s eligibility requirements.
Skills
Security operations and emergency responseInvestigation and reportingAccess control and surveillance systemsStrong communication and conflict resolutionPhysical fitness to handle patrolling and emergency response
About Us
At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include: Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJAtlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJAtlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJAtlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJAtlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJAtlantic Health Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJAtlantic Health CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJAtlantic Medical GroupAtlantic Visiting NurseAtlantic Mobile HealthAtlantic Rehabilitation
Benefits
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:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
- PTO & Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
- Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
- Backup and On-Site Childcare
- Well-Being Rewards
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
- Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
- Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance