Public Safety Officer

Prime Healthcare; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Public Safety Officer in Gadsden, AL, to perform security duties, coordinate emergency responses, and assist patients and visitors. The role requires a high school diploma and certification within six months. Ideal candidates will have experience in healthcare security and de-escalation techniques. Benefits include competitive compensation, medical insurance, and a 401K plan. This position is Per Diem with night shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• State Guard Certification Registration Card must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Must possess a valid State Driver’s License upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas.
• Respond to emergency codes and assist with crowd control.
• Use de-escalation techniques to manage disruptive situations.
• Escort patients or visitors safely through the facility.
• Document incidents and report findings.

Skills

Emergency response skills

Conflict de-escalation techniques

Surveillance monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

State Guard Certification

State Driver's License

Job description

Overview

We are seeking aPublic 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.

Shift’s Available: Nights

Hours:12-hour shifts

Employment Type:Per Diem (PD / PRN)

Location:Riverview Regional Medical Center – Gadsden, AL

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

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

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

Education and Training

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• High 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

Additional Qualifications That Are Plus:

• Experience in healthcare security or related experience

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