Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or GED required.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
One year of experience in general security, military or other public safety experience preferred.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
For those required to drive a Piedmont vehicle, valid Driver’s license & must adhere to Piedmont 's
Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified Healthcare Security Officer (IAHSS) preferred
Georgia Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) certification preferred
Ability to type approximately 30 words per minute and enter data on a computer keyboard preferred
Carry non-lethal weapons such as a Taser CEW and/or a baton required

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Maintains security of the hospital, professional buildings and parking lot/deck.
• Responsible for a variety of safety routine and emergency security activities
• Perform incident documentation and initial incident investigation.
• Responsible for actively monitoring all at risk patients and deescalating difficult situations.
• Respond appropriately to aggressive behavior and apply physical restraints.
• Perform documentation in the medical record.
• Enforces all PHC policies, regulations and applicable state and federal laws.
• Directs traffic when needed
• Assists patients/visitors by giving directions and responding to emergencies.
• Advocates crime prevention and a secure work environment through observation, interaction, and
intervention.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
• Capable of demonstrating basic literacy and satisfactory interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to learn and operate computerized security systems, CCTV monitoring equipment, and
standard 2-way radios.
• Possess public/human relations skills, able to cope with stress and emergency situations.

Diversity & Inclusion

Excellence at Work