Hospital Public Safety Officer: First-Responder & Security

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newnan Hospital is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff and visitors, and to support a secure hospital environment.

Responsibilities include screening for threats, incident documentation, de-escalation of aggressive behavior, and coordination of safety procedures across the facility, parking areas, and professional buildings. No experience required; best fit for those with general safety or public safety experience.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• No experience required; 2 years in security/public safety preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate Piedmont values and provide excellent customer service to patients, staff and visitors.
• Screen for and interdict weapons as they enter a facility.
• Maintain security of the hospital, professional buildings and parking lot/deck.
• Perform incident documentation and initial investigation.
• Actively monitor at-risk patients and deescalate difficult situations.
• Respond to aggressive behavior and apply physical restraints.
• Direct traffic when required.
• Assist patients/visitors by giving directions and responding to emergencies.
• Advocate crime prevention and a secure work environment through observation and intervention.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver License (DL)

IAHSS Certification

Pre-employment psychological screening

Training certifications (Taser, ASP Baton, MHFA)

P.O.S.T. certification preferred

Job description

Piedmont Newnan Hospital is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff and visitors, and to support a secure hospital environment.

Responsibilities include screening for threats, incident documentation, de-escalation of aggressive behavior, and coordination of safety procedures across the facility, parking areas, and professional buildings. No experience required; best fit for those with general safety or public safety experience.