Description

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment.

Job Summary

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for the safety and security of patients, visitors, physicians and employees.

Under the general direction of the Public Safety Manager: plans, controls and organizes day-to-day activities within established parameters to enforce and maintain Hospital and departmental standards of safety and security; patrols and inspects buildings and premises and reports problems to appropriate authorities; performs investigations and documents findings; responds to and assists with emergency situations; and provides assistance to Hospital staff as requested.

In addition, Public Safety Officer will provide visitor and employee escorts, when practical; patrol parking lots for violations; work in cooperation with local law enforcement when circumstances warrant; and maintain strict confidentiality of all information obtained during the course of their duties, as defined by law and Hospital policy.

Qualifications

• State of CT Security Guard card required
• One year experience in public safety/security
• IAHSS Associate membership, within first year of employment
• Healthcare provider level CPR Certification (obtain & maintain)

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.