Public Safety Officer

Job Summary

Public Safety Officers patrol the entire medical center campus to promote a climate of safety for all persons and property. They must effectively interact with the general public, administration, all departments and colleagues, as well as local, state and federal law enforcement, civil defense, fire department and ambulance personnel.

Safety Officers respond to requests for assistance including reports of suspicious or criminal activity. They provide support to staff in handling disgruntled visitors and respond to other disturbances.

The Safety Officer also responds to combative patient calls as part of the STARR team. They work under OSHA Blood and Body Fluids Category 1 and use PPE to reduce exposure risks. They control external access and release of deceased patients from Pathology.

Safety Officers investigate reports of motor vehicle accidents, property damage, and theft, documenting events in detailed reports. They are proficient in the use of video surveillance systems to monitor campus activity and use various databases to access information needed to complete reports and/or investigations. They monitor fire safety and submit reports to ensure deficiencies are identified and corrected.

They conduct Fire and Child Abduction drills and submit staff evaluation reports. They perform preventive maintenance inspections on campus fire extinguishers and are familiar with required responses and operation of fire, child abduction, and panic alarms systems. They investigate safety mishaps such as falls or other incidents involving injuries and prepare reports of such events. They maintain commissions as Notary Publics and provide notary services to patients, physicians, and colleagues.

Safety Officers manage the inventory of Lost and Found Property and Patient Valuables. They perform courtesy services such as auto assists, escorts, and vehicle lockouts. They conduct hospital policy enforcement to include colleague parking and wear of identification badges.

Type:
Full‑time, 80 hours per 2‑week pay period

Typical hours: 11:00 p‑7:00 a, rotating weekends/holidays

• High School Diploma or GED – required

• Must obtain a City of Cape Girardeau Security license within 90 days of hire or transfer into this position.
• Must gain BLS certification, provided by the medical center.
• BLS Certification – required within 90 days of hire

One year in public safety sector preferred.

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision – available on the first of the month after hire date
• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
• Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility
• Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
• Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
• Other benefits including:
  Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position, please call 573‑331‑5152 or email