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Overview:

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.

Education

• High School Degree

Certification/Licensure

• • 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. 

Experience

• The Senior 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. 

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Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center located in Woodbridge, VA is a 183-bed not-for-profit hospital. We combine the resources of a major health system with the compassionate, personalized care of a community hospital. We offer quiet, private rooms and quality care focused on safety and patient satisfaction. Our clinical services include advanced imaging, cancer services, cardiovascular care, emergency care, lab services, orthopedics, weight loss services and more, all