Armed Security Officer - Part Time - Weekends

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Union, MS

24d

About The Position

This part-time weekend position provides security for patients, guests, and employees. The officer enforces company policies and procedures and performs assigned duties to help maintain a safe and secure environment in a courteous and professional manner. The role is designated as Team A Essential Personnel and requires reporting for duty in the event of a disaster. The position requires routine walking throughout company property, including exterior and interior areas and stairwells in structures of 11 or more floors. Work may involve patients with known or suspected communicable diseases, entry into isolation rooms, and potential occupational exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications, or hazardous waste in a healthcare setting. The employer notes that the description is not exhaustive and that duties may be added or amended.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in security, law enforcement, or the military.
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) training and firearms training.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and information 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 varying audiences.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to continuously walk company property, including outdoor and indoor areas and stairwells in structures of 11 or more floors.
Ability to meet the position’s medium-work physical demands: exerting 20–50 pounds of force occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

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 patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adjusting communication style.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Comply with the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including immediately reporting known or suspected unethical conduct and safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
Report for duty in the event of a disaster as Team A Essential Personnel.
Perform other related duties as required.