Hospital Security & Safety Specialist

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

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, guests, and staff across campus in Lafayette, LA. The role emphasizes safety, incident reporting, and emergency preparedness, with required certifications to be maintained or obtained within stated timelines.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year in security or related field, BLS, a valid driver's license, CPI and firearms training, plus IAHSS certification by 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Enforces safety rules and policies on company property.
• Conducts routine inspections of on-site and off-site locations.
• Investigates incidents and documents findings promptly.
• Performs opening/lockdown of buildings as directed by Administration.
• Participates in emergency response and drills.
• Maintains annual certifications and completes required training on time.
• Interacts with patients, guests, and staff with professional conduct.
• Reports to work during disasters as a Team A Essential Personnel.

Skills

Data entry

Windows

Communication

Disaster duty

English proficiency

Property patrol

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Valid driver’s license

CPI training

IAHSS Certification (to be obtained within 90 days)

FTO Program completion

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, guests, and staff across campus in Lafayette, LA. The role emphasizes safety, incident reporting, and emergency preparedness, with required certifications to be maintained or obtained within stated timelines.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year in security or related field, BLS, a valid driver's license, CPI and firearms training, plus IAHSS certification by 90 days of hire.