Public Safety Officer, Days

Piedmont Healthcare•Newnan, GA

16h•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 individuals. The position supports a secure hospital environment through observation, interaction, intervention, and crime-prevention efforts while providing courteous assistance to patients and visitors.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in general security, military service, 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.
Screen for and interdict weapons entering the facility.
Maintain security of the hospital, professional buildings, and parking areas.
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 when needed.
Perform 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.