Patient Safety & Security Specialist

Ochsner Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard patients, guests, and staff across campus, enforcing safety rules with courtesy and professionalism. The role requires routine inspections, incident investigations, and building lockdown duties as directed by administration.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year in security or related field, and certifications such as BLS, CPI, and firearm training where applicable.

Qualifications

• Must have data entry and retrieval skills.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Must be able to continuously walk campus and exterior areas.

Responsibilities

• Enforces all safety and security rules on company property.
• Conducts routine inspections of on-site and off-site locations.
• Investigates accidents and reports occurrences timely.
• Performs opening/lockdown of buildings as approved by Administration.
• Participates in emergency response and drills.
• Maintains required certifications and completes trainings on schedule.
• Demonstrates respectful, privacy-conscious interactions with patients and staff.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Data entry

Windows proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

English literacy

Mobility/walking ability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard patients, guests, and staff across campus, enforcing safety rules with courtesy and professionalism. The role requires routine inspections, incident investigations, and building lockdown duties as directed by administration.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year in security or related field, and certifications such as BLS, CPI, and firearm training where applicable.