Public Safety Officer, Nights

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.•Macon, GA

5d•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, including interactions with combative or escalating subjects. The role includes maintaining facility security, monitoring at-risk patients, documenting incidents and medical-record activity, enforcing policies and applicable laws, and assisting patients and visitors.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid in-state driver's license upon hire and compliance with Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500.
Obtain IAHSS Certification as a Security Officer within one year.
Pass pre-employment psychological screening.
Pass and maintain all required training and certifications, including Taser, ASP Baton, and Mental Health First Aid, as well as others as directed.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in general security, the military, or other public safety work.
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 a 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.
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.