Public Safety Officer-PRN

UVA Health Northern Virginia & Culpeper•Culpeper, VA

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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. The role supports security across facilities, responds to calls and security breaches, and helps manage patient, visitor, pedestrian, and vehicle traffic. The position is PRN, with a night schedule of 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Work experience involving public interactions.
A valid driver's license in the applicable state.
For employees required to drive on behalf of the corporation: be at least 21 years old, possess a valid driver's license, and meet the applicable motor vehicle record standards.
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 turn observations and information into legible, complete, and accurate reports.
No criminal record.
Maintain compliance with the UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper Vehicle Use Policy.
Immediately notify the Director of Public Safety or Public Safety Manager of any charges relating to operation of a motor vehicle and/or any criminal complaint.
Physical ability to stand constantly, walk and bend/stoop frequently, and lift, push, or pull up to 100 pounds; use Safe Handling Equipment for weights over 35 pounds.
Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills, with attention to detail and legible writing.

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.
Make 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 as they relate to public safety.
Respond to calls for service in accordance with established priorities.
Operate patrol vehicles safely and in accordance with Public Safety policies and procedures.
Control pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Enforce parking regulations in accordance with hospital or facility policies and procedures.
Perform additional duties as assigned.