HBO Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary  

Responsible for safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chambers and for patient safety while administering oxygen therapy to patients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

Arrive at work on time  

Ensure safety of all patients   

At beginning of day (opening) ensure oxygen is turned on  

Ensure all hyperbaric chambers are in working order  

Performs necessary maintenance to systems daily and as needed 

Checks acrylic on all chambers once a month or more as needed  

Maintain accurate records with regard to medical history, hyperbaric treatment and results of each patient session 

Perform pre-dive vitals on all patients  

Perform Blood Glucose (BG) test pre and post dive for all first-time patients. Thereafter perform BG test on all diabetic patient’s pre-dive and PRN post-dive  

Responsible for knowing all parameters for vital signs  

Responsible for knowing emergency protocols and location of protocols 

Ensure all chambers are powered off at the end of every workday  

Ensure all oxygen is turned off at the end of every workday  

Must maintain up to date knowledge on all applicable hyperbaric safety codes  

Must have working knowledge of decompression procedures  

Supports clinical hyperbaric facility accreditation  

Maintains competencies, continuing education and certifications as appropriate  

Maintain a neat and clean work environment  

Interact effectively with co-workers 

Understand and follow work rules and procedures  

Always maintain a professional and tidy appearance   

Maintain a professional and polite demeanor with all patients.  

Comply with all patient privacy and HIPAA rules  

Assist with other duties as time allows. 

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)  

Ability to take the initiative and drive for results  

Working well in a team environment is imperative in this role. 

Must be able to work flexible hours 

Must have a background as an EMT, PARAMEDIC, LPN, RN or RESPIRATORY THERAPIST  

Up to date on all applicable hyperbaric safety codes  

BLS certification preferred  

Up to date training and /or experience in hyperbaric chamber maintenance to include mechanical background where appropriate preferred