Hyperbaric Technologist, Surgery-Wound Care, Laurens (FT, Day)

Davita Inc.; Clinton (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a dedicated individual to assume responsibility for the operation, control, and maintenance of Hyperbaric Chamber systems. The role involves ensuring patient safety, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective coordination for both inpatient and outpatient HBO services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of hyperbaric operations according to industry standards.
• Document all HBO health records into the EMR for the wound care department.
• Conduct inspections and support preventative maintenance of chambers.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Assumes responsibility for the safe and effective operation, control, and maintenance of the Hyperbaric Chamber systems and all supporting components.

Essential Functions

• All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
• Performs all aspects of hyperbaric operations in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, industry standards, and safe practices. Aligns oxygen system, cleans and inspects chambers, pressurizes/depressurizes chambers, monitors patient and equipment status. Ensures safety measures for patients in HBO chambers.
• Conducts inspections and supports preventative maintenance programs of chambers to ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment and associated support systems.
• Assists with departmental compliance with all regulatory requirements. Suggests necessary HBO safety policies and incorporates new safety procedures as needed. Keeps documentation current and accurate, including documentation of product consumption and charges.
• Works with hyperbaric officers to coordinate patient care referrals to the CVI program. Coordinates processes for continuity of care between inpatient and outpatient HBO services.
• Responsible for documenting all HBO health records into the EMR for the wound care department. Understands coding and compliance guidelines for HBO treatment.
• Safety/Technical: Works closely with infection control, hazardous materials, hospital safety, facilities management, and wound care/HBO clinical managers to ensure compliance with policies, NFPA 99, and other regulatory agencies.
• Assists with educating patients, families, and staff on hyperbaric procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• No experience required

In Lieu Of

N/A

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

Upstate Wound Healing Center

Facility

1062 Laurens County Hospital

Department

10627826 Surgery-Wound Care

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