City/State
Virginia Beach VAWork Shift
First (Days)Overview:
The Director of Security Ambulatory Services Armed oversees security operations of the Ambulatory Division including clinics therapy centers urgent care centers home care and other non-acute care position ensures the safety and protection of patients staff visitors and property through strategic planning risk assessment policy enforcement and direct supervision of armed and unarmed security personnel.
Works closely with clinical and administrative leadership the Director develops and enforces security policies manages security technology systems (e.g. access control CCTV) and leads investigations into incidents involving workplace violence theft or suspicious behavior. This role demands a high level of professionalism sound judgment under pressure and the ability to respond swiftly to high-risk situations including potential active threats.
The Armed Director must maintain all required certifications and licensures to carry a firearm and demonstrate proficiency in crisis management conflict de-escalation and healthcare-specific threat mitigation. Strong leadership excellent communication skills and a commitment to compassionate service in a patient-centered environment are essential for success.
This position will involve travel across Virginia and North Carolina.
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Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30000-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:
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Director
Sentara Health, is an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system in Virginia and North Carolina. Sentara improves health everyday.