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Wellstar Health System

Police Officer

Wellstar Health System, Griffin, Georgia, United States, 30223

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How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift Various (United States of America)

Job Summary Perform watch and patrol duties essential for the protection of the public, staff and property. Preserve peace and order, provide excellent customer service and protect persons and property, and perform duties relating to the welfare and safety of the employees, patients, visitors, and property of WellStar Health System.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Enforce the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of WellStar Health System

Provide assistance to employees, patients and visitors

Assist with traffic and parking control

Document observations, hazards, and incidents for follow‑up corrective action

Take immediate corrective action against hazards and conditions which may cause injury or damage

Report any unsafe conditions and actions taken to supervisor

Safety/Emergency responsibility response – assist with and be trained for emergency situations

Respond quickly and effectively to emergency and non‑emergency situations

Escort persons and assist facility personnel

Be vigilant and alert for activities that could result in injury to a person or damage to or loss of property

Conduct drills and exercises as required

Provide excellent customer service – visible deterrence to crime, prohibited activities, or suspicious activities in public and non‑public areas

Maintain a positive working relationship with facility staff members

Maintain a thorough knowledge of a facility and, where applicable, of multiple facilities

Communicate effectively with diverse people including patients, visitors, employees and medical staff

Write accurate, clear, and legible reports

Training / Loss Prevention – working knowledge of Loss Prevention principles

Possess working knowledge of crime scene protection

Participate in new employee orientation and training of new security officers as assigned

Attend monthly staff meetings and professional development classes related to the Security Department

Strong working knowledge of CMS/EMTALA Guidelines and their applicability

Required Minimum Education High school diploma equivalent.

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

Georgia Driver's License

Active law enforcement officer with jurisdiction – upon hire

Required Minimum Experience Minimum 1 year law enforcement experience and currently employed in good standing with a police department, sheriff's department or other law enforcement agency.

Required Minimum Skills Writing skills necessary to complete incident, accident and investigative reports; public relations skills necessary to communicate effectively with the public in a courteous, professional and tactful manner; ability to accept responsibility, manage authority and maintain confidentiality of information; ability to function independently of constant supervision and exercise physical and emotional restraint under stressful conditions; ability to observe, listen attentively and use problem‑solving skills; some knowledge and experience with security CCTV and access control systems.

Benefits Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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