OPTIMIZING PATIENT SAFETY AND BEHAVIORAL RISK MITIGATION THROUGH INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION BETWEEN HEALTH CARE SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL TEAMS

Abstract

Introduction: Patient safety remains a global priority in healthcare systems, as behavioral and clinical risks continue to pose significant threats to the quality of care. Addressing these challenges requires comprehensive and coordinated strategies that extend beyond traditional clinical practices. Interdisciplinary collaboration between healthcare security and emergency medical teams has emerged as a critical approach to managing complex risk situations and ensuring safe, patient-centered care.

Objective of the Study: The primary objective of this study is to examine the role of interdisciplinary collaboration between Health Care Security Assistants and Emergency Medical Technicians as a strategy for improving patient safety, reducing behavioral and procedural errors, and enhancing overall healthcare outcomes.

Methods: A mixed-methods approach was employed, incorporating quantitative analysis of incident and safety reports alongside qualitative data collected through interviews with healthcare and emergency professionals. This methodology aimed to assess the effectiveness of collaborative practices in risk mitigation, communication efficiency, and behavioral threat management within healthcare environments.

Findings: The findings indicate that interdisciplinary collaboration between HCSAs and EMTs contributes to a measurable reduction in adverse events, improved communication during critical situations, and more proactive identification and management of behavioral risks. These outcomes collectively support higher standards of patient safety and quality of care.

Conclusion: Structured and coordinated teamwork between healthcare security and emergency medical professionals plays a vital role in reducing risks, strengthening safety culture, and promoting patient-centered care within complex and high-pressure clinical settings.