Hyperbaric Technologist - Wound Management - Days - PT-20

Job Description

The Hyperbaric Technologist is responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems. The Hyperbaric Technologist is responsible for the administration and safe delivery of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HOT) to hyperbaric patients while under the direct supervision of a Physician or Registered Nurse. Delegates and oversees patient care to designated respiratory care staff.

Responsibilities

• Administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as ordered under the direction of a Physician or Registered Nurse
  • Educates patient/family member(s) on safety regulations of the pressurized environment and Valsalva techniques for pressure equalization during treatment
  • Observes and supervises patients and the hyperbaric systems closely during the course of hyperbaric oxygen treatment
  • Reports unusual occurrences to the Physician or Registered Nurse
• Oversees the operation and maintenance of chambers and related equipment in accordance with applicable safety standards and regulations
  • Performs daily check-off procedures for initial start-up/shut-down of chambers, bulk oxygen system, and all other related equipment
  • Performs equipment and safety checks, preventative system maintenance, and quality control measures
  • Maintains inventory of all departmental supplies as requested by the manager
• Delegates patient care to designated respiratory care staff and maintains accountability for delegation
  • Confirms charts/schedules are complete at the end of each day
  • Oversees and makes inquiries into activities delegated to others
  • Provides guidance and advice to others on technical, systematic, or process-related topics

Qualifications

Education:

• Associate's Degree
• Vocational/Technical Diploma
• Successful completion of a Certified Respiratory Technician (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) program approved by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Successful completion of 40 CME credit hours in a hyperbaric course approved by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS)

Experience:

• 2
• Direct clinical experience as a respiratory therapist including critical care and ventilator management

Skills:

• Communicating effectively in writing or talking
• Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
• Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance