Healthcare Security Officer - Patient Safety & Response

Kettering Health Network; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Hamilton is seeking a full-time Police Officer to provide law enforcement services within the hospital setting. You will respond to emergencies, patrol facilities, enforce hospital policies, and engage with the community to ensure safety for patients, visitors, and staff.

The role requires OPOTA training/certification, a high school diploma, and a valid Ohio driver's license, with BLS and non-violent crisis intervention training due within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Academy (OPOTA).
• Valid Ohio driver's license.
• Current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within six months of hire).
• Non-violent crisis intervention training (required within six months of hire).
• Firearms qualification (must pass bi-annual qualifications).
• Must be at least 21 years of age and able to pass a physical examination certifying fitness for duty, per Ohio Revised Code § 124.41).

Responsibilities

• The Police Officer ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff by providing law enforcement services, responding to emergencies, and enforcing hospital policies and applicable laws.
• Supports patient care and operational reliability through proactive patrols, incident response, and community engagement.
• Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Patrol procedures

Public safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OPOTA training

OPOTA certification

BLS certification

Job description

Kettering Health Hamilton is seeking a full-time Police Officer to provide law enforcement services within the hospital setting. You will respond to emergencies, patrol facilities, enforce hospital policies, and engage with the community to ensure safety for patients, visitors, and staff.

The role requires OPOTA training/certification, a high school diploma, and a valid Ohio driver's license, with BLS and non-violent crisis intervention training due within six months of hire.