Security Officer

About the role

This job provides security for patients, guests and employees as assigned; enforces Ochsner (OHS) policies and procedures; and performs assigned duties that ensure the security of patients, guests, and employees in a courteous and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Enforces all OHS safety and security rules, regulations, and policies on OHS property.
• Conducts routine inspections of OHS on-site and off-site locations.
• Investigates accidents and other incidents which are assigned and reports all occurrences in a timely manner.
• Performs opening/lockdown of all buildings as approved by Administration and performs other safety and security related duties as assigned.
• Participates in emergency response and related preparedness drills.
• Maintains required annual certifications and completes training requirements within required time periods.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Requirements

This position is considered Team A Essential Personnel and must report for duty in the event of a disaster.

Ability to read, write and speak the English language.

Ability to continuously walk the OHS property including outside areas, interior areas, using stairwells in 11 floor plus structure.

Qualifications

Education: Required - High School diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience: Required - 1 year Security, law enforcement, or military experience.

Certifications: Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association, Valid Louisiana driver’s license and clean DMV report, Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI), and firearms training.

Skills

Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.

Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.

Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.