Certified Hyperbaric Technologist

HCA Healthcare; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) Plan with match

Education assistance

Job summary

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center is seeking a Certified Hyperbaric Technician PRN to operate the hyperbaric chamber and support equipment. You will implement physician orders and monitor patient treatment plans under supervision, ensuring safety and documentation are up to date.

Key duties include chamber preparation, equipment checks, reporting safety concerns, and educating patients on HBOT benefits, risks, and safety measures. Join a dedicated team at this Rutherford County facility.

Qualifications

• BCLS/Basic Life Support within 30 days of start.
• CHS/CHT or higher degree required as listed in job postings.

Responsibilities

• Operate the hyperbaric chamber and related equipment.
• Verify physician orders and patient treatment plans for HBOT.
• Prepare chamber, equipment, and materials for patient sessions.
• Maintain safety logs and documentation as required.
• Educate patients and families on HBOT benefits, risks, and safety.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Hyperbaric Technician

Education

CHS Certified Hyperbaric Specialist

CHT Certified Hyperbaric Technologist

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Certified Hyperbaric Technologist PRN? At TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center ,offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance(tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time AwayFromWork Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Hyperbaric Technician of TriStar StoneCest Medical Center Wound Care , under the general supervision of the Hyperbaric Physician and the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager, will assume responsibility for the safe and effective operation of the compression chamber system and supporting components. All therapeutic and diagnostic modalities will be ordered by the Hyperbaric Physician.

The Hyperbaric Technician will also be responsible for performing maintenance activities of the hyperbaric chamber(s) and associated systems and equipment, as directed. In addition, he/she will report to the Center HBO Safety Director with respect to safety issues and/or concerns.

What you will do in this role:

Hyperbaric Technician will be able to demonstrate the following essential competencies, duties and responsibilities as a result of an initial orientation and education, experience, and ongoing learning.

The Technician will be expected to:

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the policies and procedures of TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center competency workbook to be completed within 90 days of hire date.

• Implement the physician's orders as indicated by the patient's treatment plan. Verify that the patient's diagnosis is one of the appropriate approved conditions for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), through consultation with the hyperbaric physician, and that supporting documentation is present in the patient's medical record.

• Prepare the hyperbaric chamber, equipment and materials needed for patients undergoing hyperbaric oxygen treatments.

• Evaluate equipment/supplies used in the chamber and ensure that they meet hospital Biomedical department requirements as well as all safety requirements before they are permitted inside the chamber.

• Educate patient and family, if appropriate, as to the benefits, risks, contraindications, and safety issues of HBOT before treatment.

• Inspect the patient prior to the commencement of each HBOT session to ensure all safety standards are being adhered to, i.e. appropriate attire, no makeup, no hairspray, etc.

• Perform blood glucose monitoring, within scope of practice, as ordered and indicated. Perform quality control daily on department glucometer, per hospital policy.

• Operate the compression chamber and supporting components and maintain operating, maintenance, safety logs and other required documentation, as specified in department policy.

• Monitor the patient and report any adverse reactions the patient may be experiencing during the treatment to the physician.

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

• (CHS) Certified Hyperbaric Specialist, or (CHT) Certified Hyperbaric Technologist, or Associate Degree, or Bachelors Degree

No experience Required Years of Experience

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

TriStar StoneCrest proudly serves Rutherford County, Tennessee. Our 100 bed hospital offers complete medical care for adults and children. This includes emergency, surgical, and many other services. Our medical staff of about 500 physicians includes more than 45 specialties. Many physicians have offices on the hospital campus. Our staff is committed to providing quality patient care. We offer compassion and comfort in our modern facility.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.