Job Title: HYPERBARIC TECHNICIAN

FSLA Status: Full time / Exempt

General Purpose:

The Hyperbaric Technician operates and maintains the hyperbaric chamber(s) and associated systems and equipment; and acts as the outside attendant and control operator during clinical treatment using mono-place hyperbaric (HBOT) chambers.

Certification requirements:

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist, or Medical Technician, or License Practical/Registered Nurse (LPN/LVN), or Diver Medical Technician (DMT), or Certified Hyperbaric Technician (CHT), or Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS), or Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic (EMT/NRP).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Management and supervises all preparation of the hyperbaric chamber, equipment, medicine and materials as needed for patients undergoing hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
• Explains hyperbaric treatment to the patient under the direction of the physician.
• Monitors the patients and the hyperbaric systems during the patient's hyperbaric oxygen treatment.
• Reports unusual occurrences to supervising physician and documents in the patient's chart.
• Maintains operating, maintenance and safety logs and other required documentation and documents signature as required.
• Assures the cleanliness of the hyperbaric oxygen therapy equipment and chambers as per departmental policy.
• Assists with safe transport of patients to and from the Hyperbaric chambers.
• Maintains operational supplies, and reports to the Safety Director for items that need to be ordered.
• Qualifications:
• Ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision. Proven flexibility and willingness to handle a variety of tasks.
• Must maintain high regard of HIPPA standards.
• Must be able to efficiently and accurately input data along with use of good verbal and communication skills.
• Works in a clean, safe, well-ventilated at times dim-lighted, well-vented area.
• Ability to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions independently.

Education:

• Graduation from high school with diploma or equivalent.
• Must passed an approved, recognized 40-hour basic hyperbaric medicine course or be willing to enroll.
• One or more of the following that is current and in good standing:
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist, or Medical Technician, or License Practical/Registered Nurse (LPN/LVN), or Diver Medical Technician (DMT), or Certified Hyperbaric Technician (CHT), or Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS), or Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic (EMT/NRP).
• Current ACLS certification

Computer Skills:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, internet software, database software, e-mail, and electronic medical record software.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, ability to adjust focus, and ability to see color.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to blood borne pathogens. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation.
• Hazards: (Blood borne Pathogen Exposure) Potential exposure to patients/clients with communicable diseases and their blood/body fluids. Intermittent exposure to occupational illness and hazards.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Medical office

Medical specialties:

• Hyperbaric Medicine
• Wound Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Extended hours
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Cockeysville, MD 21030: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person