HBO Tech

Jackson Hospital and Clinic•Montgomery, AL

About The Position

The Hyperbaric Technician safely administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Physician. The role operates under the direction and supervision of the Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, and/or Safety Director, as appropriate for the facility. The technician is responsible for the safe and effective operation of hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems, assists with patient preparation, reinforces education about hyperbaric therapy, and maintains complete and accurate treatment records. The role also performs chamber operations and system maintenance, supports clinical hyperbaric facility accreditation, participates in the safety program, and maintains relevant competencies, continuing education, and certifications. Using wound-management data software, the technician records daily hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits, including uploading photos.

Requirements

Be able to lift patients or assist with patient transfers.
Be able to tolerate pressurization and depressurization in a hyperbaric chamber.
Be able to hear patients and staff and listen to equipment for malfunctions.

Responsibilities

Safely administer hyperbaric oxygen therapy as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Physician.
Operate hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems safely and effectively.
Assist with patient preparation for treatment.
Reinforce patient education related to hyperbaric therapy.
Maintain complete and accurate patient treatment documentation.
Perform hyperbaric chamber operations and system maintenance as required.
Support clinical hyperbaric facility accreditation.
Participate in the safety program.
Maintain relevant competencies, continuing education, and certifications.
Enter daily hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits in wound-management data software, including uploading photos.