Hyperbaric Chamber Operator Trainee

University Health Partners of Hawaii•Honolulu, HI

43d•Onsite

About The Position

Works with the Director of Safety and Operations to operate, maintain and assist with maintenance and repairs associated with the Hyperbaric Chamber System, engineering equipment, facilities, and all other ancillary support equipment within the Hyperbaric Treatment Center. Maintain and/or develop credentials and competencies; participate in HTC training and safety drills.

Requirements

High school graduate/equivalent or higher.
Current Certification for BLS from American Heart Association or will obtain the required BLS within 90 days of hire.
Training as a mechanic familiar with air compressors, pipefitting, welding, and oxygen gas mixture and/or specialized medical equipment maintenance with troubleshooting/calibration expertise.
Familiarity with hyperbaric environments.
Experience in diving, hyperbaric environments and/or a medical specialty.
Experience in military, commercial diving or medical equipment maintenance/calibration.
Keen understanding with ancillary equipment, chamber systems and/or life support units.
Familiarity with dive tables, national codes and standards pertaining to hyperbaric chamber systems and national occupational safety standards.
Familiarization with compressor, engineering, and pressure systems maintenance and repair.
Knowledge of oxygen and other gas mixture handling procedures as it pertains to chamber treatments.
Basic knowledge of diving medicine, diving physics, and patient medical care.

Nice To Haves

SCUBA certification
Certified Hyperbaric Technologist
Dive medical tech
EMT, Corpsman, Medic

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and assist with maintenance and repairs of the Hyperbaric Chamber System.
Maintain and repair engineering equipment, facilities, and ancillary support equipment within the Hyperbaric Treatment Center.
Maintain and/or develop credentials and competencies.
Participate in HTC training and safety drills.