Hyperbaric Technologist Full Time Days Prairie Star

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Responsible for the safe, smooth, and efficient operation of the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) unit. This position manages treatment scheduling, safety, patient care coordination, and quality management of HBOT patients. Additionally, this role functions as the HBOT safety coordinator, ensuring adherence to current hyperbaric standards and regulatory requirements. In addition, this position follows established policies, protocols, and procedures, utilizing pertinent references as guidelines for clinical practice. Additionally, this role collaborates closely with hyperbaric physicians and registered nurses to provide comprehensive patient care. This position contributes to maintaining high standards of patient care and safety within the HBOT unit.

Work Hours/Shift

Full-Time Days

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of CMS requirements for HBOT coverage, including medical necessity and pre-certifications for third-party payors. 

• Provides appropriate care for adult and geriatric patients undergoing Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT).

• Assists physicians with history and physical exams, documents assessments, and educates patients on therapy expectations and potential complications.

• Demonstrates competence in patient care before, during, and after HBOT, including monitoring vital signs, blood sugars, pressurization, and basic wound care with proper documentation.

• Monitors patients for symptoms of oxygen intolerance, claustrophobia, hypoglycemic reactions, decompression sickness, and other conditions, and intervenes appropriately.

• Collaborates with management and safety committees to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of the hyperbaric facility and equipment.

• Attends safety meetings, conference calls, and reviews memos to keep department policies and procedures current.

• Actively participates in departmental quality improvement activities, focusing on patient care and documentation.

• Performs routine preventive maintenance and cleaning of hyperbaric chambers and equipment, and coordinates emergency maintenance as needed.

• Maintains accurate documentation logs for equipment and maintenance activities. 

• Communicates effectively with home care providers, family members, and referring and consulting physicians to coordinate patient care. 

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• • High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

• 1+ year of position-related experience [Preferred]

• Completion of a 40 hour Underwater and Hyperbaric Medicine Society (UHMS) or National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine Technology (NBDHMT) or American College of Hyperbaric Medicine (ACHM) approved Hyperbaric Medicine Introductory Course [Preferred]

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

• Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) [Required] OR Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) [Required] OR Licensed Paramedic (PARA) [Required] OR Certified Respiratory Tech (CRT) [Required] OR Physical Therapist (PT) [Required] OR Registered Nurse (RN) [Required] OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) [Required] OR Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Required] OR American Association Medical Assistants (CMA) [Required] OR Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) [Required] OR Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) [Required] OR National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) [Required] OR Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) [Required] OR Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) [Required]

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.