Certified Hyperbaric Technician - PRN

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The University Hospital Wound Care Clinic provides personalized and advanced care for complex and non-healing wounds, ranging from those caused by diabetes, vascular disease, pressure, and other health conditions. We offer access to a full range of wound healing treatment options, including the latest bioengineered tissue products, private hyperbaric oxygen therapy chambers, laser therapy innovations, and leading-edge minimally invasive surgery. Works under supervision of Clinic Manager.

Requirements

• High School Graduate
• Two (2) years of clinical hyperbaric system operations.
• EMT, Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant certificate.
• Certification by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT) as a Certified Hyperbaric Technologist required within one (1) year of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) required.

Responsibilities

• Receives orders and administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by physician.
• Prepares patient for HBO treatment and accurately completes appropriate documentation and monitoring.
• Monitors patient safety during treatment and during any transport.
• Reports changes in patient behavior to appropriate clinic staff.
• Reinforces education as it relates to hyperbaric therapy.
• Operates and maintains the hyperbaric chambers and associated systems and equipment.
• Maintains daily and periodic equipment maintenance documentation.
• Cleans HBO chambers and treatment rooms using appropriate techniques.
• Utilizes data software for wound management and makes appropriate entries into the medical record of each patient in regard to hyperbaric treatments, wound care visits, photo uploading, toleration of pressurization and depressurization of hyperbaric chamber.
• Participates and attends safety education; maintains competencies, continuing education and certification as appropriate.
• Compiles reports requested by physician and/or clinic manager/director.
• Performs care within scope of practice and participates in wound care center activities when HBOT volumes allow.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• healthcare
• PTO
• paid holidays
• on-site childcare
• wage, merit increases

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED