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LE001 Saint Francis Healthcare System
Public Safety Officer
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What they do
A Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.
$36,295 / year median in Missouri
+1% projected growth
Job Description
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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 various requests for assistance to include reports of suspicious or criminal activity. They provide support to staff in handling disgruntled visitors as well as 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 Protective Personal Equipment (PPE) to reduce exposure risks. They control external access and release of deceased patients from Pathology. Safety Officers also investigate reports of motor vehicle accidents, property damage, and theft documenting events in detailed reports. They are proficient in the use video surveillance systems to monitor campus activity. They 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.JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS
Type:
Full-time, 80 hours per 2 week pay period Typical hours: 3:00p- 11:00p, Rotating weekends/holidays
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED
- required
Certification & Licensures:
- 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
Experience:
One year in public safety sector preferred.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Why Work at Saint Francis? Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region's leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience. Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center , nearly 3,000 team members , and over 300 providers , Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it's a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves. You'll find more than 50 specialties , the region's only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center , and southeast Missouri's first LevelIII NICU
. The system's employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area's primary care providers. A Mission That Matters At Saint Francis, you're not just doing a job- you're part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service.
Values You Can Feel Every Day Integrity:
Doing what's right, even when no one is watchingStewardship:
Managing resources wisely for the futureFaith:
Believing in a purpose greater than ourselvesHope:
Lifting up those who feel discouragedJoy:
Serving others with a grateful, happy heartCompassion:
Seeing others through Christ's eyesExcellence:
Always striving to be the bestDignity:
Respecting human life from beginning to end If You're Looking to Make a True Impact… Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years. Total Rewards Our most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below. 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.