Public Safety Officer-PRN

UVA Health•Culpeper, VA

12d

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer acquires and applies the job skills necessary to provide a safe and secure environment for improving the health of the community. This PRN position is scheduled for day shifts from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is classified as non-exempt. The officer helps maintain safety at facilities, responds to service calls and security incidents, and enforces applicable laws and facility policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Work experience involving interactions with the public.
Valid driver's license in the applicable state.
For employees required to drive on behalf of the corporation: be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver's license, and meet the applicable motor vehicle record criteria.
Obtain CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within six months of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
Complete Basic Security Officer Certification through the International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) within six months of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
Complete required organizational and departmental basic, field, and in-service training, including the Corporate Public Safety Training Plan.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing.
Ability to accurately receive and transmit information by radio and telephone.
Ability to translate observations and information into legible, complete, and accurate reports.
No criminal record.
Maintain compliance with the UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper Vehicle Use Policy.
Physical ability to stand constantly, walk frequently, bend and stoop, and lift, push, or pull up to 100 pounds; Safe Handling Equipment must be used for weights over 35 pounds.
Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills, attention to detail, and ability to write legibly.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in a related field such as law enforcement, military, or security management.
Previous healthcare security experience.
Security, law enforcement, or military experience.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and secure environment at all facilities.
Conduct security checks of facilities during non-operating hours.
Control patient and visitor traffic in the Emergency Department.
Respond to security breaches when detected or dispatched.
Enforce applicable federal, state, and local laws related to public safety.
Respond to calls for service according to established priorities.
Operate patrol vehicles safely and in accordance with Public Safety policies and procedures.
Control pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Enforce parking regulations according to hospital or facility policies and procedures.
Complete required organizational and departmental training and skills validations.
Immediately notify the Director of Public Safety or Public Safety Manager of charges related to motor vehicle operation or any criminal complaint.
Perform additional duties as assigned.