Join a dedicated team committed to providing a secure and protected environment for staff, patients, and visitors in a regional healthcare setting within the Midwest. As an Authorized Public Safety Officer, you will conduct routine surveillance of healthcare properties, including foot and vehicle patrols, responding promptly to calls for service across the facility and grounds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a compassionate and respectful approach when interacting with individuals, ensuring confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of HIPAA regulations as they pertain to your duties.
• Complete daily shift logs, incident reports, and other documentation accurately and within designated timeframes.
• Communicate effectively with management and staff regarding safety, security issues, emergencies, and potential threats.
• Assist in managing parking and coordinate activities during emergencies or crisis situations with professionalism and calmness.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from a Law Enforcement Academy is mandatory.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of patrol officer experience or 4 years of active law enforcement detention experience.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
• Must be a commissioned law enforcement officer in good standing or have held a valid commission within the last three years, with the ability to obtain commission within 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Mental and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and interpret safety and security policies.
• Capable of standing for extended periods and walking or running long distances, including stairs and corridors.
• Safe operation of patrol vehicles is essential.

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to various environmental conditions such as heat, cold, noise, chemicals, and infectious materials.
• Interaction with patients, visitors, and staff, including potentially aggressive or abusive individuals.

This role offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a healthcare mission serving a broad regional population in the Midwest. If you are ready to take on this vital responsibility with professionalism and care, we encourage you to apply.