Healthcare Security Officer – Patient Safety Champion

Ochsner Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA seeks a Security Associate to safeguard patients, guests, and staff while maintaining compassionate service. You will enforce policies, conduct inspections, respond to incidents, and support emergency preparedness in a large healthcare setting.

Required is a High School diploma, 1 year of security experience, and certifications such as BLS and CPI; IAHSs cert within 90 days of hire. Strong communication and physical stamina are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in Security, law enforcement, or military.
• BLS certification.
• Valid driver’s license with clean DMV record.
• IAHSS certification to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• FTO program completion within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Enforces safety and security rules on company property.
• Conducts routine inspections of on-site and off-site locations.
• Investigates incidents and reports occurrences promptly.
• Performs opening/lockdown of buildings as approved by Administration.
• Participates in emergency preparedness drills.
• Maintains required annual certifications and completes training requirements.
• Adapts communication for patients and staff; reads/writes in English.

Skills

Data entry

Windows

Communication

Disaster response

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA seeks a Security Associate to safeguard patients, guests, and staff while maintaining compassionate service. You will enforce policies, conduct inspections, respond to incidents, and support emergency preparedness in a large healthcare setting.

Required is a High School diploma, 1 year of security experience, and certifications such as BLS and CPI; IAHSs cert within 90 days of hire. Strong communication and physical stamina are essential.