Public Safety Officer

St. Francis Medical Center•Cape Girardeau, MO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Public Safety Officers patrol the medical center campus to promote safety for people and property. They interact with the public, administration, departments and colleagues, and local, state and federal law enforcement, civil defense, fire department and ambulance personnel. Officers respond to requests for assistance, suspicious or criminal activity, disturbances, and calls involving combative patients as part of the STARR team. The role operates under OSHA Blood and Body Fluids Category 1 and uses personal protective equipment to reduce exposure risks. Officers also control external access and the release of deceased patients from Pathology. The position investigates motor vehicle accidents, property damage, theft, safety mishaps and injuries, and prepares detailed reports. Officers use video surveillance systems and databases, monitor fire safety, identify and report deficiencies, conduct fire and child abduction drills, and evaluate staff performance in drills. They inspect campus fire extinguishers and respond to fire, child abduction and panic alarm systems. Additional duties include providing notary services, managing Lost and Found Property and Patient Valuables, performing courtesy services such as auto assists and escorts, and enforcing hospital policies including colleague parking and identification badge requirements. This is a full-time position of 80 hours per two-week pay period, with typical hours of 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. A high school diploma or GED is required. The officer must obtain a City of Cape Girardeau Security license and BLS certification within 90 days of hire or transfer into the position; BLS certification is provided by the medical center. One year of experience in the public safety sector is preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Obtain a City of Cape Girardeau Security license within 90 days of hire or transfer into the position.
Obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire; certification is provided by the medical center.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in the public safety sector.

Responsibilities

Patrol the medical center campus to promote safety for people and property.
Interact with the public, administration, departments and colleagues, and local, state and federal law enforcement, civil defense, fire department and ambulance personnel.
Respond to requests for assistance, suspicious or criminal activity, disturbances, and combative patient calls as part of the STARR team.
Use personal protective equipment while working under OSHA Blood and Body Fluids Category 1.
Control external access and the release of deceased patients from Pathology.
Investigate motor vehicle accidents, property damage, theft, safety mishaps and injuries, and prepare detailed reports.
Use video surveillance systems and databases to monitor campus activity and support reports and investigations.
Monitor fire safety and submit reports identifying deficiencies for correction.
Conduct fire and child abduction drills and submit staff evaluation reports.
Perform preventive maintenance inspections on campus fire extinguishers and respond to fire, child abduction and panic alarm systems.
Maintain a Notary Public commission and provide notary services to patients, physicians and colleagues.
Manage the inventory of Lost and Found Property and Patient Valuables.
Provide courtesy services, including auto assists, escorts and vehicle lockout assistance.
Enforce hospital policies, including colleague parking and identification badge requirements.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, available on the first of the month after hire.
Saint Francis Medical Services Discount.
Earned Time Off (ETO), combining vacation, sick, holidays and personal days.
Retirement benefits with immediate matching.
Education assistance up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation.
Benefit Support through Health Advocate.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Identity Theft Protection.
Pet Insurance.
Earned Wage Access.