Hyperbaric Technician - Other Ancillary Hyperbaric Oxygen

CHRISTUS Health•Tyler, TX

About The Position

The Hyperbaric Technician is responsible for all aspects of care related to hyperbaric medicine and for recording technical and clinical information about patients. The role performs technical patient-care tasks accurately and professionally, supports patient and physician satisfaction, maintains the treatment environment, and contributes to efficient department operations.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
One to three years of experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

BLS certification preferred.
EMT-B, EMT-P, LVN/LPN, or RCP credential in the state of employment preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform technical patient-care skills accurately and professionally in the assigned area and scheduled shift.
Flex the schedule to meet clinical needs, including volunteering for alternate shifts and inpatient wound care.
Work efficiently and meet or exceed department productivity targets while providing a high level of care.
Seek other internal work opportunities during downtime or clock out.
Respond positively to physician and patient concerns.
Identify barriers to patient and physician satisfaction and assist with improving processes; involve the Director as appropriate.
Assist co-workers and clinical and non-clinical staff.
Increase knowledge through attendance or self-study and contribute to the learning of new employees and co-workers.
Clean thoroughly after each patient and prepare the room for the next patient.
Identify and help resolve environment-of-care concerns, and support the department's overall cleanliness.
Assist staff with cleaning work areas.
Suggest improvements to staffing and department functions, including costs, patient satisfaction, and outcomes.
Follow wound-treatment protocols to ensure efficient use of supplies.
Help patients obtain supplies through various vendors, assist with supply inventory, and prepare order requests to maintain par levels.
Complete all applicable charge entries.