Public Safety Officer, Days

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.•Newnan, GA

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for routine safety and emergency security activities to safeguard students, employees, visitors, patients, and property. The officer serves as a first responder to emergency incidents within the assigned facility and safely de-escalates critical events, using sound judgment when engaging with combative or escalating subjects. The role includes maintaining hospital and property security, screening for weapons, monitoring at-risk patients, responding to aggressive behavior, applying physical restraints when appropriate, documenting incidents and medical-record information, and enforcing policies and applicable laws. Officers also assist patients and visitors, direct traffic when required, and promote crime prevention and a secure work environment through observation, interaction, and intervention.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid in-state driver’s license upon hire and adherence to Piedmont’s Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500.
Obtain IAHSS Security Officer certification within one year.
Pass pre-employment psychological screening.
Pass and maintain all required training to maintain employment, including certifications in Taser, ASP Baton, Mental Health First Aid, and other training as directed.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in general security, military, or other public safety experience.
Georgia Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) certification.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate Piedmont values and provide excellent customer service to patients, staff, and visitors within a Piedmont facility.
Screen for and interdict weapons entering a facility.
Maintain security of the hospital, professional buildings, and parking lots or decks.
Perform routine safety and emergency security activities and respond as a first responder to emergency incidents within the assigned facility.
Document incidents and perform initial incident investigations.
Actively monitor at-risk patients and de-escalate difficult situations.
Respond appropriately to aggressive behavior and apply physical restraints.
Perform required documentation in the medical record.
Enforce PHC policies, regulations, and applicable state and federal laws.
Direct traffic when required.
Assist patients and visitors by providing directions and responding to emergencies.
Promote crime prevention and a secure work environment through observation, interaction, and intervention.
Demonstrate respect and courtesy in job performance.