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LCMC Health

Public Safety Officer - University Medical Center

LCMC Health, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123

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Overview

Public Safety Officer - University Medical Center at LCMC Health. The Public Safety Officer provides a visual security presence to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians and staff. This role includes patrols, safety inspections, information assistance, and responding to calls for assistance. Responsibilities

Provides routine security patrols of campus, internal and external areas, and maintains crowd control and order. Performs safety and equipment inspections. Provides information and assistance to patients, visitors, staff and the general public. Responds to all calls for assistance immediately unless involved in or responding to an emergency; documents incident details as needed. Operates security screening equipment, access control systems, video security and intrusion detection systems. Reports and controls unauthorized or suspicious persons, unsafe conditions or other irregularities. Completes required paperwork to account for all security-related actions. Follows the Hospital\'s Public Safety Department Firearms policy and the Use of Force policy. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not exhaustive. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities as needed. Your Must Haves

Required: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent OR 2 years of appropriate work experience. Relevant prior experience is not required. Licenses and Certifications

Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Certificate (CPI, NCI-CPI) - Crisis Prevention Institute Defensive Driving Certification Annual Baton Training - LCMC Health Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proficient in English with verbal and written communication skills. Basic knowledge of security equipment (radios, alarm systems, CCTV, etc.). Proficient in CPI; able to deescalate situations involving aggressive, behavioral health-related issues pertaining to patients. Ability to transport patients as required. Willing to be trained and proficient with handcuffs, baton, OC spray, and restraining. Ability to pass the LCMC Active Shooter Course annually. Trains with PR-24 baton and OC spray. Work Shift

Variable hours (United States of America). About University Medical Center

University Medical Center is a world-class academic medical center, the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana, and the region\'s safety net hospital for 300+ years. Learn more about University Medical Center\'s legacy and vision. Your Extras

Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Think beyond one-size-fits-all care. See opportunities, not problems — it\'s all about perspective. Support ideas, differences, and teammates. Love what makes you, you. Equal Opportunity

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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