Public Safety Officer

primehealthcare· Service
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📍 Kansas City, MO, USCONTRACTOR

About this role

Overview

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. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

 

Shift’s Available:  Variable

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours: Variable

Location: St. Joseph Medical Center– Kansas City, MO

 

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical insurance benefit plan
  • 401K

Responsibilities

** You will be scheduled for a minimum of 4 shifts per month with 2 of those being on the weekend.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

  • 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

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: 

  • State Guard Certification Registration Card required
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent required 

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

  • Experience in Healthcare security or related field preferred

Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below):

  • State Driver’s license upon hire
  • Current DMV H6 report or Driving History Report

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

 

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the Public Safety Officer position at primehealthcare located?
This Public Safety Officer role at primehealthcare is based in Kansas City, MO, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Public Safety Officer role at primehealthcare full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a CONTRACTOR position. It is posted as a Public Safety Officer role in the Service department at primehealthcare.
Which team or department does the Public Safety Officer at primehealthcare belong to?
This Public Safety Officer position is part of the Service department at primehealthcare. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Public Safety Officer position at primehealthcare?
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When was the Public Safety Officer job at primehealthcare posted?
This Public Safety Officer position at primehealthcare was posted on Jun 10, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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