Armed Security Officer

Ochsner Health•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ochsner Health, established in 1942, is committed to serving, healing, leading, educating, and innovating. The organization believes in the dedication of its employees who contribute to its success in patient care. This Armed Security Officer position is responsible for providing security for patients, guests, and employees, enforcing company policies and procedures, and ensuring a secure environment in a courteous and professional manner. Ochsner Health is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, operating 46 hospitals and over 370 health and urgent care centers. It has been recognized as the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana by U.S. News & World Report for 12 consecutive years and Ochsner Children’s as the No. 1 hospital for kids in Louisiana for three consecutive years. In 2023, Ochsner Health served over 1.5 million people and employs more than 38,000 team members and over 4,700 physicians. Ochsner Health is an Employer of Choice, recognized by Newsweek, Becker's Healthcare, and Top Workplace for diversity, culture, and as a top workplace in the USA.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
1 year of experience in Security, law enforcement, or military
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Valid driver’s license in the state of practice and clean DMV report
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) training
Firearms training
International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Certification to be obtained within 90 days of promotion/hire
Successful completion of the FTO Program within the first 60 days of employment
Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information
Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individual
Ability to read, write and speak the English language
Ability to continuously walk the company property including outside areas, interior areas, using stairwells in 11 floor plus structure

Responsibilities

Provides security for patients, guests and employees as assigned.
Enforces company policies and procedures.
Performs assigned duties that ensure the security of patients, guests, and employees in a courteous and professional manner.
Enforces all company safety and security rules, regulations, and policies on company property.
Conducts routine inspections of on-site and off-site locations of the company.
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.
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.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Complies with the company's Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.