HBO Safety Director

Healogics•Antioch, 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 more than 600 sites. The Hyperbaric Safety Director reports to the Program Director and administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider. The role is responsible for safe and effective operation of hyperbaric chambers and related support systems, safe delivery of therapy, day-to-day equipment maintenance, and assessment of materials for use in or around chambers. The position leads hyperbaric safety activities, supports smooth day-to-day facility operations, and works with facility management and medical personnel. It also collaborates with senior management on department policies, procedures, and operational and maintenance documents. Employees must follow applicable Healogics and hospital policies, accrediting organization standards, federal and state regulations, and CMS guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion, before or after hire, of an approved HBO Safety course; if completed before hire, it must have been completed within the five years before 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, as applicable in the state of practice, maintained throughout employment. Listed eligible credentials include RRT; military Corpsman or Medical Services Specialist; EMT or Paramedic; RN, LPN, or LVN; CHS, CHRN, CHT, CHWS; CMA or RMA; CNA or LNA; PT or PTA; or qualifying U.S. Department of Defense hyperbaric training.
For Ohio, a current Ohio license as an RN, LPN/LVN, Respiratory Therapist, or qualifying CHT approved by NBDHMT is required, along with an approved introductory hyperbaric training course.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification, maintained throughout employment.
Hyperbaric equipment and related-system troubleshooting skills.
Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Basic math skills, organization and time-management skills, problem-solving skills, and customer service and follow-up skills.
Ability to stay calm and help patients relax.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including extended periods in a stationary position, frequent computer use, movement, lifting or moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance, pushing or pulling, bending or stooping, reaching or grasping, and communicating.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare, educate, and orient patients for hyperbaric oxygen therapy, including getting them ready for treatment and answering questions; lift or transfer patients according to local policy.
Administer therapy as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider, monitor and control chamber equipment, observe patient responses, and make appropriate adjustments to support safe and effective treatment.
Enter daily hyperbaric treatment and wound care clinic data and maintain complete, accurate patient records.
Operate and maintain hyperbaric chambers, oxygen support systems, and related equipment.
Participate in the safety program, including conducting safety drills.
Oversee hyperbaric equipment and supplies and ensure the safe and effective operation and maintenance of chambers and related systems and components.
Evaluate equipment and supplies for compliance with safety requirements before allowing them into chambers, and restrict or remove potentially hazardous items.
Coordinate with the Program Director and Healogics on chamber upgrades, modifications, and repairs, and ensure compliance with relevant safety standards.
Work with facility management and medical personnel to support smooth day-to-day 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 environment, and use approved decompression procedures for people exposed to inert gases in a hyperbaric environment.
Review safety incidents, gather equipment and patient safety information, report relevant incidents to staff, and periodically provide hyperbaric in-service training.
Conduct quarterly emergency safety drills and inform personnel about special work conditions, including infection prevention and hazard control.
Assist the Medical Director in reviewing and documenting safety-related events and discussing events to facilitate learning.
Maintain departmental compliance with NFPA 99 provisions relating to 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 serve as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
Perform other duties as required.