Police Officer- Fort Worth

Police Officer

The Police Officer is a sworn officer responsible for law enforcement, security, loss prevention, and customer service. The officer provides a visible presence to deter hospital threats. Duties include maintaining law and order on hospital grounds. Officers patrol and protect buildings and check for unauthorized patient movement, security breaches, and unsafe conditions. They conduct investigations, make arrests, testify in court, and enforce traffic and parking rules. Officers also monitor patient and visitor activities. They assist nursing staff with combative patients and perform searches for unauthorized patient absences.

Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills. Must be able to work under stressful conditions. Able to balance multiple demands and respond to time constraints. Able to work any shift for several locations throughout the system. Must have critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Must be able to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in writing. Attain and maintain a minimum passing score of 80% accuracy during firearms qualification and requalification. General computer skills, including but not limited to: using required software applications, data entry, information security, handheld scanning, and email.

EDUCATION - Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification

EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days of hire.

Licensed Peace Officer (LPO): Lic Peace Officer required within 90 days of hire.

Drivers License (TXDL): If moving from out of state must obtain valid TX DL within 90 days of hire.