Public Safety Officer

Overview Shifts Available:  Nights  Employment Type:  Full-Time  Hours: 8-hour shifts – 11:30pm to 8:00am  Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center - Mesquite, TX We are seeking a  Public Safety Officer,  sometimes referred to as a Hospital Security Officer or Healthcare Security Officer.  The Public Safety Officer will perform a range of security duties including electronic surveillance and routine manual patrols to ensure the safety of the facility. The Public Safety Officer will coordinate responses to incidents involving patients, staff, and visitors while enforcing policies and procedures fairly and consistently. The Public Safety Officer will collaborate with the Environment of Care Committee to support a multidisciplinary approach to safety and security at our hospital.   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  Qualifications 1. Experience in Healthcare security or related field preferred 2. State Guard Certification Registration Card 3. High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below): 1. State Driver’s license upon hire 2. Current DMV H6 report or Driving History Report Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:   Health, dental, and vision insurance options  Paid vacation, sick time and holidays  Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options  Employer 401K options  Tuition reimbursement options   Life, disability, and other insurance options  Many other amazing benefits  Employment Status Full Time Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity Company 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. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:  https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf  #LI-MM5 Privacy Notice Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/