HBO Safety Director

Healogics•Flagstaff, AZ

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About The Position

The Hyperbaric Safety Director administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider and reports to the Program Director. The role is responsible for the safe and effective operation and day-to-day maintenance of hyperbaric chambers, support systems, and related equipment, as well as safe delivery of therapy. The position also assesses whether materials are appropriate for use in and around the chambers. The role leads hyperbaric safety activities, maintains a safe environment for patients and staff, reviews safety incidents, conducts drills and training, and supports compliance with applicable safety standards, including NFPA 99. The Hyperbaric Safety Director works with facility, medical, program, and nursing personnel on daily operations and on developing and revising department policies and operating documents. Employees must follow applicable Healogics and hospital policies, accrediting requirements, 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, 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.
Maintain a current healthcare professional certification or license, as applicable in the state of practice, throughout employment. Listed qualifying credentials include specified healthcare licenses, certifications, and military or Department of Defense hyperbaric training.
For Ohio, hold a current Ohio license as an RN, LPN/LVN, Respiratory Therapist, or qualifying CHT, and complete an approved introductory hyperbaric training course.
Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification throughout employment.
Demonstrate hyperbaric equipment and related systems troubleshooting skills.
Have attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Have strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Have basic math, organization, time-management, problem-solving, customer service, and follow-up skills.
Be able to remain calm and help patients relax.
Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Meet the physical demands of extended stationary work, frequent computer keying, moving about, lifting or moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance, pushing and pulling, bending and stooping, communicating, reaching and handling objects, and detecting sounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare, educate, and orient patients for hyperbaric oxygen therapy, including assisting with lifting or transferring patients according to local policy.
Administer prescribed hyperbaric oxygen therapy and monitor patients and chamber performance, making appropriate adjustments to support safe and effective treatment.
Enter daily treatment and clinic data and maintain complete and accurate patient records.
Operate and maintain hyperbaric chambers, oxygen support systems, and related equipment.
Participate in the safety program, including conducting safety drills.
Evaluate equipment and supplies for safety before allowing them in the chambers, and restrict or remove potentially hazardous items.
Coordinate and approve chamber upgrades, modifications, and repairs with the Program Director and Healogics, ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards.
Work with facility management and department medical personnel to support 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 initiatives, maintain a safe environment, 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 and 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 them to facilitate learning.
Maintain department compliance with NFPA 99 requirements related 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 a CMA or LPN, potentially function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
Perform other duties as required.