Public Safety Officer

Riverview Regional Medical Center; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance

Additional benefits

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Public Safety Officer for overnight, per diem coverage at Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, AL. The role covers security duties, patrols, incident response, and collaboration with clinical teams to maintain a safe environment.

The position emphasizes de-escalation, incident reporting, and adherence to facility policies while supporting the Environment of Care Committee and hospital safety programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in Healthcare security or related field preferred.
• State Guard Certification/Registration required within 6 months of hire.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Access control and patrols of entrances, exits, and restricted areas.
• Respond to emergency codes and assist with crowd control and evacuation as needed.
• De-escalation and conflict management in collaboration with clinical staff.
• Escort patients/visitors and assist with directions and belongings.
• Document incidents with detailed reports and report findings to supervision.

Skills

Healthcare security experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

State Guard Certification/Registration

Job description

Employment Status

Per Diem

Overview

Shifts Available: Nights

Employment Type: PRN

Hours: 12 -hour shifts, 7:00pm to 7:00am

Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center, Gadsden AL

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

Qualifications

• Experience in Healthcare security or related field preferred
• State Guard Certification Registration Card within 6 months of hire and maintain current.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Facility Specific Requirements

• State Driver's license upon hire
• Current DMV H6 report

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Nights

Equal 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