Public Safety Officer, Days

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.•Snellville, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer performs 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 uses sound judgment to safely de-escalate critical events involving combative or escalating subjects. The role supports a secure environment across the hospital, professional buildings, and parking areas while providing respectful, courteous customer service.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
No prior work experience required.
Valid in-state driver's license upon hire and adherence to Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500.
IAHSS Security Officer certification within one year.
Must pass pre-employment psychological screening.
Must pass and maintain training requirements for continued employment, including Taser, ASP Baton, Mental Health First Aid, and other directed certifications.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Demonstrate Piedmont values and 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 lot or deck.
Perform routine safety and emergency security activities.
Document incidents and conduct initial incident investigations.
Actively monitor at-risk patients and de-escalate difficult situations.
Respond appropriately to aggressive behavior and apply physical restraints.
Demonstrate respect and courtesy in job performance.
Complete 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.