Hyperbaric Technician

Intermountain Health

1d • $24 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides direct patient care before, during, and after hyperbaric treatments. This position will perform varied tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional to assist with hyperbaric patient needs. Under the direction and delegation of a licensed professional, assists the patient care team to ensure safe and quality care is given. Operates the hyperbaric chamber according to the level of training and established protocols for the following age groups: neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric. Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy, taking appropriate action in an emergency, and removing any potentially hazardous materials/equipment from the hyperbaric chamber before the chamber is pressurized. Performs routine cleaning of the hyperbaric chamber and ancillary equipment to prevent the transmission of infection. Performs maintenance to the level of training and departmental policy Prepares patients to receive hyperbaric oxygen therapy so that physical and patient-related risk factors are eliminated or controlled before and during the patient's treatment Sets up and operates all ancillary equipment relating to hyperbaric oxygen therapy, including, but not limited to, blood glucose testing and blood pressure monitoring. Multiplace specific: Calculates nitrogen time, oxygen breathing obligations, required decompression stops, and repetitive dive profiles as needed. Is able to work in a compressed gas environment. Monitors in chamber environment variables such as temperature, oxygen and maintains communication with inside attendant including tasks such as pressurization, ventilation, times, air breaks, and chamber movement. Employees are expected to complete a UHMS approved course in Hyperbaric Medicine within one year of their hire/transfer into this job.

Requirements

• Current certificate or license in Medical Assistant, Diver Medical Tech, Emergency Medical Technician certification, Paramedic certification, or LPN license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Meets medical requirements for hyperbaric exposure if applicable.
• Patient Services
• Patient Safety
• Patient Satisfaction
• Taking Initiative
• Quality Improvement

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a UHMS or ACHM approved course in Hyperbaric Medicine.
• One year of wound care or hyperbaric experience.
• Experience in an acute hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care before, during, and after hyperbaric treatments.
• Performs varied tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional to assist with hyperbaric patient needs.
• Assists the patient care team to ensure safe and quality care is given.
• Operates the hyperbaric chamber according to training and established protocols for various age groups.
• Fosters a safe environment by complying with safety policy, taking appropriate action in an emergency, and removing hazardous materials/equipment before chamber pressurization.
• Performs routine cleaning of the hyperbaric chamber and ancillary equipment.
• Performs maintenance to the level of training and departmental policy.
• Prepares patients for hyperbaric oxygen therapy, eliminating or controlling risk factors.
• Sets up and operates ancillary equipment related to hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
• Calculates nitrogen time, oxygen breathing obligations, decompression stops, and repetitive dive profiles (multiplace specific).
• Works in a compressed gas environment.
• Monitors in-chamber environment variables and maintains communication with inside attendant.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution through the PEAK program.
• 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates, through the PEAK program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed