Armed Officer-Evening Shift-Up to $1500 Sign on Bonus

Ochsner Health•New Orleans, LA

11d

About The Position

Provides security for patients, guests, and employees; enforces company policies and procedures; and performs assigned duties to protect people on company property in a courteous and professional manner. The role works the evening shift and is designated Team A Essential Personnel, requiring the employee to report for duty in the event of a disaster. Employment is contingent on successful completion of the FTO Program within the first 60 days. IAHSS Certification must be obtained within 90 days of promotion or hire. The position requires knowledge of applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and compliance with the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. The role involves regular walking across company property, including exterior and interior areas and stairwells in buildings of 11 floors or more. It is based in a healthcare setting, with possible exposure to communicable diseases, isolation rooms, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in security, law enforcement, or military service.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Valid driver’s license in the state of practice and a clean DMV report.
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification and firearms training.
Obtain International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Certification within 90 days of promotion or hire.
Successfully complete the FTO Program within the first 60 days of employment.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval; proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard use.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to continuously walk company property, including exterior and interior areas and stairwells in buildings of 11 floors or more.
Ability to meet the physical demands of Medium Work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.

Responsibilities

Enforce company safety and security rules, regulations, and policies on company property.
Conduct routine inspections of on-site and off-site company locations.
Investigate assigned accidents and other incidents and report occurrences in a timely manner.
Open and lock down buildings as approved by Administration and perform other assigned safety and security duties.
Participate in emergency response and preparedness drills.
Maintain required annual certifications and complete training within required time periods.
Adapt behavior to the needs of specific patient populations, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permission, and adjusting communication style.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct, patient or employee safety concerns, patient privacy concerns, and other compliance-related concerns.
Perform other related duties as required.