Hyperbaric Technician PRN

Lifepoint Health • Athens, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Starr Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified
healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a
profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional
care to others. As a Hyperbaric Technician joining our team, you’re embracing a
vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this
meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a
remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

• Must be actively certified or licensed in one of the following vocations to meet the minimum education and experience requirements.
• LPN
• RN
• Education: High School graduate or equivalent. Must have completed a National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology approved hyperbaric medicine introductory course

Responsibilities

• Completes all required documentation in EMR.
• Communicates patient information to the nursing staff and physician in charge of the center.
• Assists in patient preparation for treatment.
• Monitors patient condition continually during treatments and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Reinforces education as it relates to hyperbaric therapy.
• Keeps complete and accurate patient records as they pertain to treatment documentation.
• Performs duties and procedures as directed by Program Director, Medical Director, and/or Clinical Nurse Manager Coordinator.
• Performs hyperbaric chamber operations and system maintenance as required.
• Maintains competencies, continuing education and certifications as appropriate.
• Make appropriate entries for daily hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits including photo uploading.
• Lift patient or transfer patients.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual checks of the hyperbaric chamber.
• Maintain clean environment in HBO chamber suite.

Benefits

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED