Hyperbaric Tech Safety Director

Healogics, LLC.; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Healogics, LLC. is seeking a Hyperbaric Technician to administer hyperbaric oxygen therapy as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider. The role requires safe operation of the hyperbaric chamber and related systems, along with accurate documentation of treatments and patient records.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, monitoring sessions, and supporting vein clinic activities as trained, with a focus on safety and quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Current healthcare professional certification or license as applicable in state of practice (RH).

Responsibilities

• Administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider.
• Operates and maintains the hyperbaric chamber and related support systems.
• Performs data entries for daily treatments and wound care visits; maintains patient records.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The rewards at Healogics are immense, starting with the important work we do to change patients' lives. We also understand that meaningful work is hard work, and we are committed to supporting and compensating our employees for the tremendous service they provide.

Think you are a great fit? Learn more about this role here.

Healogics is the largest provider of advanced wound care services in the United States, treating more than 300,000 chronic wound patients annually across over 600 sites. With an aging society, obesity and diabetes on the rise, and an uptick in surgical procedures, the number of patients with non-healing wounds that would benefit from expert care is dramatically increasing. As a result, the company is working to provide our differentiated, quality outcomes to as many patients that would benefit through our out-patient clinic partnerships.

Reporting to the Program Director, the Hyperbaric Technician administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider. This position is responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems, as well as for the safe delivery of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to the hyperbaric patient.

All Healogics employees must perform their job responsibilities according to all Healogics policies, Hospital policies, as well as to accrediting organizations, federal and state regulation, and to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, as applicable.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Prepares, educates and orients patients about the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. This includes lifting or transferring patients per local policy, getting them ready for treatment administration and answering their questions.
• Administers the hyperbaric oxygen therapy as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider to the patient. This includes monitoring and controlling the performance of the hyperbaric chamber equipment, as well as monitoring the patient(s)'responses during the session and making proper adjustments to ensure the patient's safety and the safe and effective use of the equipment.
• Makes appropriate data entries for daily hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits and keeps complete and accurate patient records as they pertain to treatment documentation, to include photo uploading.
• Operates and maintains the hyperbaric chamber and other hyperbaric support oxygen systems as required
• Assist in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed
• Participates in the safety program activities such as assisting with safety drills
• If CMA or LPN, may function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Education, Experience And Credentials

• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Development)
• Current healthcare professional certification or license as applicable in state of practice -to maintain throughout the duration of employment in this role. This applies to:
  • Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • Military: Corpsman or Medical Services Specialist
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic
  • Registered Nurse (RN) , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
  • Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS)
  • Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse (CHRN)
  • Certified or Registered