Senior Armed Security Officer- University Medical Center | Sign-On Bonus $5,000 (Nights)

About the role

The Public Safety Officer provides a visual security presence to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians and staff. Your every day involves routine security patrols of campus, both internal and external. This includes performing safety and equipment inspections, providing information and assistance to patients, visitors, staff and the general public, and responding to all calls for assistance immediately unless involved in or responding to an emergency situation.

Responsibilities

• Routine security patrols of campus, both internal and external
• Patrols assigned area on a constant basis to maintain crowd control and order
• Performs safety and equipment inspections
• Provides information and assistance to patients, visitors, staff and the general public
• Responds to all calls for assistance immediately unless involved in or responding to an emergency situation
• Documents details on incident reports as needed
• Operates security screening equipment, access control systems, video security and intrusion detection systems
• Reports and controls unauthorized or suspicious persons, unsafe conditions or other irregularities
• Completes the required paperwork to account for all security-related actions
• Fulfills the Hospital's Public Safety Department Firearms policy and the Use of Force policy

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• Relevant prior experience is not required

Qualifications

• Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Certificate (CPI, NCI-CPI)
• Defensive Driving Certification
• Annual Baton Training
• Limited Active Shooter Course (practical)
• Trained with PR-24 baton and OC spray

Skills

• Proficient in English with verbal and written communication skills
• Basic knowledge and use of security equipment to include radio's, alarm systems, CCTV systems, etc.
• Deescalate situations involving aggressive, combative and other behavior health issues pertaining to patients
• Ability to transport patients as required
• Ability to pass the LCMC Active Shooter Course (practical) annually
• Trained with PR-24 baton and OC spray

Benefits

This position offers a $5,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS.

Pay

Variable Hours (United States of America)

Schedule

Variable Hours (United States of America)

University Medical Center

University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+ years. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.

LCMC Health

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.