Security Officer-Armed-PRN

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Lafayette, LA

18d

About The Position

This job provides armed security for patients, guests, and employees as assigned. The officer enforces company policies and procedures and performs duties that help ensure the security of patients, guests, and employees in a courteous and professional manner. The position is classified as Team A Essential Personnel and requires reporting for duty in the event of a disaster. The role requires continuous walking across company property, including outdoor and interior areas and stairwells in structures of 11 floors or more. The physical demands are classified as Medium Work. Routine work does not involve exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue, but exposure may occur. The employee may work with patients who have known or suspected communicable diseases, enter isolation rooms, and face occupational risks involving communicable diseases, hazardous medications, or hazardous waste in the healthcare environment. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing the FTO Program within the first 60 days. IAHSS Certification must be obtained within 90 days of promotion or hire. The role also requires maintaining annual certifications and completing training within required time periods.

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.
Successfully complete the FTO Program within the first 60 days of employment.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and information retrieval; proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
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.
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.
Perform approved building openings and lockdowns and 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 specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting 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.
Perform other related duties as required.