Security Officer (POST) - Baton Rouge - PRN

Ochsner Health•Baton Rouge, LA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job follows established procedures and under the supervision of the shift supervisor, provides security for patients, employees, as assigned and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures. Enforces company policies and procedures and performs assigned duties that ensure the security of patients, guests, and employees in a courteous and professional manner.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
1 year Security, law enforcement, or military.
Previous experience or is presently, an armed police officer with a Louisiana or Federal Law Enforcement Agency (reserve status is acceptable) and has had arrest power and been assigned in an active law enforcement capacity.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Completion of Certified Police Officer of Standard Training Policy Academy (state, federal, or military).
Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification or Military Police equivalent
Valid Louisiana driver’s license and clean DMV report
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI), and firearms training
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
This position is considered Team A Essential Personnel and must report for duty in the event of a disaster.

Nice To Haves

International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Certification to be obtained within 90 days of promotion/hire
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the FTO Program within the first 60 days of employment

Responsibilities

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 incidents as assigned and report all occurrences in a timely manner.
Performs safety and security related duties as assigned and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
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.
This employer maintains and complies with its 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.

Benefits

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Ochsner Health is the leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers.
For 12 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Ochsner as the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana.
Additionally, Ochsner Children’s has been recognized as the No. 1 hospital for kids in Louisiana for three consecutive years.
Ochsner inspires healthier lives and stronger communities through a combination of standard-setting expertise, quality and connection not found anywhere else in the region.
In 2023, Ochsner Health cared for more than 1.5 million people from every state in the nation and 65 countries.
Ochsner’s workforce includes more than 38,000 dedicated team members and over 4,700 employed and affiliated physicians.
To learn more about how Ochsner empowers people to get well and stay well, visit https://www.ochsner.org/.
Ochsner Health is proud to be an Employer of Choice.
Ranked one of Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity of 2024
Becker's Healthcare listed Ochsner Health as 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare
Awarded Culture Awards for Purpose and Values and Healthcare Industry by Top Workplace
Ranked as a 2023 Top Workplace in the USA!
The Top Workplaces USA award is based entirely on feedback from an employee engagement survey completed by the employees of participating workplaces.
Awarded Top Work Places 2023 for six consecutive years by The Times-Picayune
Earned 2022-2023 Great Place to Work Certification™
Ochsner Health named to Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families 2023
Opportunities listed here represent open positions at Ochsner Health and Ochsner Health managed entities.