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

Prisma Health; Laurens (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health seeks a dedicated individual for the Hyperbaric Chamber operations at the Upstate Wound Healing Center. This role involves ensuring safety protocols are followed, conducting maintenance inspections, and working collaboratively with healthcare teams to provide quality care. Ideal candidates will possess a High School Diploma or GED and a willingness to learn in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum education requirement is a High School Diploma or GED.
• No prior experience is needed for this role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation and safety of Hyperbaric Chamber systems.
• Conducts inspections and supports preventative maintenance.
• Documents all health records related to HBO treatment.

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 all 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 physical support systems.

• Assists with departmental compliance with all regulatory requirements. Suggests necessary HBO safety policies and incorporates new safety procedures as necessary. Keeps documentation current and accurate, including documentation of consumption of products and charges.

• Works with all other Hyperbaric officers to coordinate patient care for 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 Director: collaborates with infection control, Hazardous Material, Hospital Safety Director, Facilities Manager, and Wound Care/HBO Clinical Manager to ensure HBO department compliance with healthcare policies, NFPA 99, and other regulatory agencies.

• Assists in educating patients, families, and staff on hyperbaric procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

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

Minimum Requirements

• Education - High School Diploma or GED

• Experience - 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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