Public Safety Officer

About the role

The Public Safety Officer, also known as a Hospital Security Officer or Healthcare Security Officer, performs a range of security duties including electronic surveillance and routine manual patrols to ensure the safety of the facility.

Responsibilities

• Access Control and Patrols: monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas; conduct regular interior and exterior patrols to deter theft, violence, or unsafe behavior
• Emergency Response: respond to emergency codes and assist with crowd control, evacuation, or containment as needed
• De-escalation and Conflict Management: intervene in disruptive situations using de-escalation techniques to calm agitated patients or visitors, often in collaboration with clinical staff
• Patient and Visitor Assistance: escort patients or visitors safely through the facility, provide directions, and assist with lost-and-found or personal property issues
• Incident Documentation: write detailed reports on incidents, accidents, or safety hazards and report findings to supervisors or risk management

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Valid State Driver’s license upon hire and maintained current
• Current DMV report

Qualifications

• Experience in Healthcare security or related field preferred
• Certification from IAHSS (International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety) preferred

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Schedule

Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Pay

Variable

Location

St Johns Hospital - Leavenworth, KS

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in Healthcare security or related field preferred
• Certification from IAHSS (International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety) preferred

Deal Breakers

You must have High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Valid State Driver’s license upon hire and maintained current

Current DMV report

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prime Healthcare is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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