Healthcare Security Officer — 24/7, Patient-Centric

Ochsner Clinic Foundation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Clinic Foundation is seeking a security-focused professional to protect patients, guests, and employees. The role enforces safety rules, conducts inspections, and investigates incidents while maintaining calm, professional communication across diverse populations.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, and credentials including BLS, CPI, a valid driver’s license, IAHSS certification (within 90 days of hire/promo) and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 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 individual.
• This position is considered Team A Essential Personnel and must report for duty in the event of a disaster.

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 other incidents which are assigned and reports all occurrences in a timely manner.
• Performs opening/lockdown of all buildings as approved by Administration.
• Participates in emergency response and related preparedness drills.
• Maintains required annual certifications and completes training requirements within required time periods.
• Operates and manages our visitor management system.
• 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.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Data entry

Windows apps

Verbal communication

Written communication

Disaster readiness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Ochsner Clinic Foundation is seeking a security-focused professional to protect patients, guests, and employees. The role enforces safety rules, conducts inspections, and investigates incidents while maintaining calm, professional communication across diverse populations.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, and credentials including BLS, CPI, a valid driver’s license, IAHSS certification (within 90 days of hire/promo) and ongoing training.