Armed Security Officer- SMH Main - Nights - $1500 Sign on Bonus

Ochsner Health•Slidell, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides security for patients, guests, and employees; enforces company policies and procedures; and performs assigned duties to protect patients, guests, and employees in a courteous and professional manner. This position is designated as Team A Essential Personnel and must report for duty in the event of a disaster. The role requires compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, as well as the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the Field Training Officer (FTO) Program within the first 60 days of employment. The position requires continuous walking throughout company property, including outdoor and interior areas and stairwells in structures of 11 floors or more. It is classified as Medium Work, involving exertion of 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Although routine work does not involve exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue, exposure may occur. The employee may work with patients who have known or suspected communicable diseases, enter isolation rooms, and face occupational risks from hazardous medications or waste in the healthcare environment.

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) certification and firearms training.
Obtain International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) certification within 90 days of promotion or hire.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and information retrieval.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard use.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and 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 interior areas and stairwells in structures of 11 floors or more.
Must report for duty during a disaster as Team A Essential Personnel.
Ability to meet the physical demands of Medium Work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds 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.
Perform building openings and lockdowns as approved by Administration and carry out 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 conduct and communication to the patient population, 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 and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
Complete the FTO Program successfully within the first 60 days of employment.