Security Officer

Sentara Healthcare
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Job Details

  • Location: Norfolk, VA, 23507
  • Date Posted: 2026-01-28
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Category: Security Guards
  • Req Number: JR-89827
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Description

Sentara Health is hiring a Security Officer for Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, in Norfolk, VA. This is a Full-Time position with a night shift schedule.

Hours

  • Full Time, Night shift

  • 11:00pm - 7:30am (8-hour shifts)

  • Rotating Weekends

Overview

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.

Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)

Certification/Licensure

  • Valid Drivers License with an acceptable driving record (Required)

  • Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) certification by International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) must be successfully obtained within 90 days of hire.

Experience

  • One year of security experience (Required)

  • Former military or law enforcement experience (Preferred)

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