- Salary
- $5k+
- Location
- Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, United States of America
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Administration
- Education
- High School
- Source
- Workday
Description
City/State
Virginia Beach, VAWork Shift
RotatingOverview:
Sentara Virginia Beach General is hiring an Armed Security Officer!
Security Officer - Armed
Sentara Virginia Beach General
~Full time Rotating Shifts
Overview
The Armed Security Officer provides a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and employees at Sentara Hospitals and Free-standing Emergency Departments. All Sentara Armed Security Officers possess the ability to exercise discretion regarding the use of their weapons, only utilizing their weapon in times of extreme attack when ALL non-violent options have been exhausted.
The Armed Security Officer actively monitors Concealed Weapons Detection System(s) at division entrances. In the event a weapon is found, the armed officer will inform the visitor/patient that the weapon is not allowed in the hospital. Officers may secure the weapon for the duration of the persons’ visit for safekeeping. Armed officers may patrol the campus and monitor activity in and around buildings and grounds and respond 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
Officer must pass the Psychological Evaluation and Assessment conducted by the Sentara selected Service Provider
Officer Must also obtain Virginia DCJS – Armed Officer Certificate within 90 days of hire
Certified Healthcare Security Officer and Handle with Care Certification required within 90 days of hire.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
Certification/Licensure
Valid Drivers License with an acceptable driving record (Required)
Virginia DCJS – Armed Officer Certificate within 90 days of hire (Required)
Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) certification by International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) within 90 days of hire (Required)
Experience
One year of security experience (Required)
Former military, law enforcement, or security officer experience preferred
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Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region’s only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront.
As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
