Public Safety Officer-PRN

UVA Health•Culpeper, VA

18d

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer acquires and applies the job skills necessary to provide a safe and secure environment that supports the health of the community. The role helps maintain safety across facilities, supports patient and visitor traffic control, responds to security incidents and service calls, and performs patrol and traffic-related duties. This PRN position is listed for day hours, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The base compensation is $21.34 per hour; this does not include any applicable incentive compensation such as shift differentials or other incentives.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Work experience involving public interactions.
A valid driver's license in the applicable state.
For positions requiring driving on behalf of the corporation, be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver's license, and meet the corporation's 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 programs, 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.
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

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 detected or dispatched security breaches.
Enforce applicable federal, state, and local laws as they relate 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, departmental, field, and in-service training.
Notify the Director of Public Safety or Public Safety Manager immediately of charges relating to operation of a motor vehicle or any criminal complaint.
Perform additional duties as assigned.