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Public Safety Officer

L4

prime healthcareGadsden, AL9 days ago

Occupations

Security GuardsFirst-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All OtherProtective Service Workers, All Other

Industries

General Medical and Surgical HospitalsOther Justice, Public Order, and Safety ActivitiesSecurity Guards and Patrol Services
Public Safety Officer We are seeking a Public Safety Officer, sometimes referred to as a Hospital Security Officer or Healthcare Security Officer. The Public Safety Officer will perform a range of security duties including electronic surveillance and routine manual patrols to ensure the safety of the facility. The Public Safety Officer will coordinate responses to incidents involving patients, staff, and visitors while enforcing policies and procedures fairly and consistently. The Public Safety Officer will collaborate with the Environment of Care Committee to support a multidisciplinary approach to safety and security at our hospital.
Responsibilities:
  • Access Control and Patrols: monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas; conduct regular interior and exterior patrols to deter theft, violence, or unsafe behavior
  • Emergency Response: respond to emergency codes and assist with crowd control, evacuation, or containment as needed
  • De-escalation and Conflict Management: intervene in disruptive situations using de-escalation techniques to calm agitated patients or visitors, often in collaboration with clinical staff
  • Patient and Visitor Assistance: escort patients or visitors safely through the facility, provide directions, and assist with lost-and-found or personal property issues
  • Incident Documentation: write detailed reports on incidents, accidents, or safety hazards and report findings to supervisors or risk management
  • QualificationsHigh School Diploma or Equivalent
  • State Guard Certification Registration Card within 6 months of hire and maintain current
  • State Driver's license upon hire
  • Current DMV H6 report
  • Experience in healthcare security or related experience, preferred
  • Employment StatusPer DiemShiftNightsEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Level

MidL4

Location

Gadsden, AL

Occupation

Security Guards

Industry

General Medical and Surgical Hospitals

Posted

9 days ago

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