Police Officer PRN - Springfield Regional Medical Center

easyservice; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Police Officer for Springfield Regional Medical Center to provide internal and external safety functions, respond to calls, and assist with investigations when warranted.

You will patrol hospital grounds, escort patients and staff, enforce policies, monitor CCTV, and document incidents. A high school diploma or GED is required; an Associate's degree is preferred. Valid driver’s license and BLS/CPR and state certification must be obtained within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Associate's degree (preferred).
• Experience in security, law enforcement, or military is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Protects patients, visitors and employees by providing escorts, patrolling grounds and mitigating safety hazards.
• Deters criminal activity through routine patrols of hospital property including parking areas.
• Enforces policies such as parking regulations, visitation policies and drug/tobacco policies.
• Monitors activity via CCTV and coordinates with protective services as needed.
• Documents duties in daily logs and incident reports and participates in emergency procedures.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Radio comms

Incident reports

Defensive tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree (preferred)

Tools

Body-worn cameras

Access control software

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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Work Shift:

Days/Nights (United States of America)

Mercy Health

About us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Police Officer - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Job Summary:

The Police Officer provides internal and external safety/police functions to support the general safety of BSMH facilities to include participation in investigations and arrests when warranted . Police officers are assigned to an area and responds to radio and/or telephone calls for routine and/or emergency assistance .

Essential Functions:

• Protects patients, visitors and employees by providing escorts, patrolling grounds, and mitigating environment of care safety hazards.
• Deters criminal activity through routine patrols of all hospital property to include all parking lots and decks.
• Enforces policies e.g. parking regulations, visitation policies, drug enforcement, and tobacco free/smoking policy.
• Monitors hospital activity on closed circuit television to be alerted to any escalating situations that may require protective services involvement.
• Intervenes in patient, visitor and/or staff confrontations as appropriate .
• Documents all duties performed to include completion of daily activity logs and incident reports.
• Demonstrates understanding of emergency procedures, alarm response, evacuation and internal and external disaster plans.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Associate's degree (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• Valid driver's license (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association ( required within 6 months of hire)
• Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy Certification ( required within 6 months of hire)

Experience:

• 1-3 years of security, law enforcement, or military experience (preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills :

• Basic Skills using Microsoft Word.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use, maintenance, and safety protocols for defensive tools and restraint equipment (e.g., batons, handcuffs, body-worn cameras, soft restraints), in alignment with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.
• Maintain strong technical skills in radio communication, report writing, surveillance systems, and access control software, with the ability to accurately document incidents and coordinate effectively with clinical teams and law enforcement.

Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

• Effective communication, active listening, empathy, and conflict resolution .

Training:

• Non-violent crisis intervention training ( required within 6 months of hire)
• Firearms qualifications; successfully pass bi-annual firearms qualifications.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Security - Springfield

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affiantive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [e-mail] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to r