HBO Tech Safety Director

Healogics•Glendale, CA

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About The Position

Healogics is the largest provider of advanced wound care services in the United States, treating more than 300,000 chronic wound patients annually across over 600 sites. The Hyperbaric Safety Director reports to the Program Director and administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider. The role is responsible for safe and effective operation and maintenance of hyperbaric chambers, related support systems, and ancillary components, as well as for assessing whether materials are appropriate for use in and around the chambers. The position leads hyperbaric safety activities, supports day-to-day clinic operations, maintains accurate treatment and patient records, and works with facility, medical, program, nursing, and Healogics personnel on safety, equipment, policies, procedures, and compliance. Employees must follow applicable Healogics and hospital policies, accrediting organization requirements, federal and state regulations, and CMS guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion, before or after hire, of an approved Hyperbaric Oxygen Safety course. If completed before hire, the course must have been completed within five years of the hire date.
Completion, before or after hire, of an approved introductory hyperbaric medicine course from an accepted organization, including the Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society, National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology, Department of Defense, or American College of Hyperbaric Medicine.
Current healthcare professional certification or license applicable in the state of practice, maintained throughout employment. Accepted credentials include the listed healthcare, military, hyperbaric, and related certifications or licenses in the posting.
For Ohio, a current Ohio license as an RN, LPN/LVN, respiratory therapist, or qualifying CHT approved by NBDHMT.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification, maintained throughout employment.
Ability to troubleshoot hyperbaric equipment and related systems.
Attention to detail and ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Basic math, organization, time-management, problem-solving, customer service, and follow-up skills.
Ability to remain calm and help patients relax.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including extended stationary periods, frequent computer use, moving about, lifting or moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance, pushing and pulling, bending, reaching, and communicating.
Ability to work in an indoor patient-care environment with exposure to blood-borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable or explosive gases, mechanical equipment, moving objects, and electrical current.

Nice To Haves

Current Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) or Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS) certification.
Two or more years of healthcare experience.
Prior wound care or critical care experience.
Prior supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare, educate, and orient patients for hyperbaric oxygen therapy, including assisting with lifting or transfers according to local policy.
Administer prescribed hyperbaric oxygen therapy and monitor patient responses and chamber performance, making appropriate adjustments to support safety and effective equipment use.
Enter data for daily hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits and maintain complete, accurate patient records.
Operate and maintain hyperbaric chambers and related oxygen support systems.
Participate in safety activities, including conducting safety drills.
Oversee hyperbaric equipment and supplies, ensuring the safe operation and maintenance of chambers, systems, and ancillary components.
Evaluate supplies and equipment for compliance with safety requirements before permitting their use in chambers; restrict or remove potentially hazardous items.
Coordinate with the Program Director and Healogics on chamber upgrades, modifications, and repairs, and ensure compliance with applicable safety standards.
Work with facility management and department medical personnel to support smooth daily operations.
Work with Medical, Program, and Nursing senior management to develop and annually revise department policies, procedures, and operation and maintenance documents.
Lead hyperbaric safety program activities and initiatives, maintain a safe facility, and use approved decompression procedures for people exposed to inert gases.
Review department safety incidents, gather equipment and patient safety information, report relevant incidents to staff, and provide periodic hyperbarics in-service training.
Conduct quarterly safety drills to improve staff response to emergencies.
Inform personnel about special work conditions, including infection prevention and hazard control.
Assist the Medical Director with reviewing and documenting safety-related events and discussing relevant events to facilitate learning.
Maintain department compliance with NFPA 99 requirements concerning hyperbarics.
Review departmental safety policies, recommend changes, and incorporate new policies as appropriate.
Serve on the hospital safety or environment of care committee, as appropriate.
If qualified as a CMA or LPN, may perform Documentation Assistant (scribe) duties in accordance with Healogics policy.
Perform other duties as required.