Lead Hyperbaric Tech

Piedmont Healthcare; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare in Newnan seeks a leader for Hyperbaric Services. This full-time position involves overseeing operations, managing staff, and providing patient care across all ages. Candidates must have a strong background in Hyperbaric Therapy along with effective communication and leadership skills.

The ideal applicant will have a Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) credential and a minimum of five years’ experience. Join us to make a difference in patient care!

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years in Hyperbaric Therapy.
• Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) required.
• BLS certification through AHA required.
• Two (2) years management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of Hyperbaric Services.
• Perform operational procedures for Hyperbaric service delivery.
• Provide treatments for all patient populations.
• Assist Director with staff management and development.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of Hyperbaric monoplace chamber

Computer skills

Team skills

Education

Completion of a Certified Hyperbaric Technologist Course

Leadership Institute program

Job description

Overview

Location: Piedmont Newnan Wound Care Clinic

Full Time: Monday - Friday 8am -5 pm

Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Hyperbaric Services.

1. Responsibility #1: Performs operational procedures to facilitate coordinated and efficient delivery of Hyperbaric services.
   • Assists the director with keeping adequate records of all departmental activities, meetings, and projects.
   • Assists with the development of staffing schedule.
   • Effectively manages staffing to meet productivity goals.
   • Implements changes to improve efficiency and safety of the department.
   • Manages finances by tracking/ordering supplies, monitoring daily charges.
   • Assists in maintaining statistical data.
   • Proactively anticipates changes and acts to resolve potential problems before they arise.
   • Delegates tasks and duties to staff and students appropriately.
   • Coordinates educational opportunities to meet staff needs.
   • Assists with scheduling in-services.
2. Performs treatments for all patient populations adolescent through geriatric in a safe manner.
   • Recognizes the limits of each patient population and modifies communication and treatment accordingly.
   • Adheres to treatment precautions and contraindications.
   • Prepares patient for treatment by introducing self, explaining the purpose of the service, discussing goals with the patient/family.
   • Completes documentation in compliance with hospital, departmental, and regulatory requirements in a timely manner. Uses only hospital approved abbreviations.
   • Communicates effectively with patients and other healthcare professionals.
   • Provides appropriate education to the patient/family.
3. Assists the Director in managing and developing staff.
   • Assists with supervising the implementation of policies and procedures that guide the department.
   • Acts as a leader, role model for staff and the department by mentoring, coaching, and promoting individual and team processes.
   • Assists with maintaining appropriate documentation of orientation and other trainings for staff.
   • Addresses behavioral performance issues promptly and in accordance with hospital policy.
   • Encourages employee support and participation in process improvement/changes.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of Hyperbaric monoplace chamber, TCOM & computer skills.
• Due to collaborative nature of the services, excellent team skills required.
• ABI & TCOM.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education Required: Completion of a Certified Hyperbaric Technologist Course. Completion of Leadership Institute program required within one (1) year.
• Minimum Experience Required: Minimum five (5) years in Hyperbaric Therapy.
• Minimum Licensure/Certification Required by Law: Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT). BLS certification through AHA.
• Additional Qualifications: Two (2) years management experience preferred.