Hyperbaric Tech

• Area of Interest: Patient Care

• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0

• Department: Wound Care

• Shift: Monday-Friday, Days

• Job ID: 182110

Overview

The Hyperbaric Tech, under the direction of the Program Director and/or Safety Director of the Hyperbaric Medicine Department, administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Physician.

• Performs duties under supervision of the Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, and/or Safety Director as is appropriate for the facility.

• Is responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:    

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Assists in patient preparation for treatment.

• Reinforces education as it relates to hyperbaric therapy.

• Keeps complete and accurate patient records as they pertain to treatment documentation.

• Performs duties and procedures as directed by Program Director, Medical Director, and in some cases the Clinical Coordinator.

• Performs hyperbaric chamber operations and system maintenance as required.

• Supports clinical hyperbaric facility accreditation.

• Participates in the safety program.

• Maintains competencies, continuing education and certifications as appropriate.

• Utilizing data software for wound management make appropriate entries for daily hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits including photo uploading.

• Lift patient or transfer

• Tolerate pressurization and depressurization in a hyperbaric chamber

• Need to be able to hear patients and staff. Also, listen to equipment for malfunctions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• Be certified as a CHT or DMT within 36 months of hire

• Can be a Respiratory Therapist, Paramedic, EMT or LPN

• Must have completed a National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology approved hyperbaric medicine introductory course

• Maintains and demonstrates competency in BLS (Basic Life Support), infections control, safety and all unit required skill review.