What are the responsibilities and job description for the Galesburg Wound Clinic position at Graham Health System?
Galesburg Wound Clinic - Hyperbaric Oxygen Technician
It is the mission of Graham Health System to provide compassionate, quality health services, in a responsible and charitable manner, to the people and communities we serve. We are the community’s choice for an exceptional healthcare experience. Graham Health System is seeking a great applicant to join our team. Graham Health System offers a great team atmosphere with multiple benefits. Our goal is to provide the very best in healthcare, state-of-the-art equipment, modern facilities, and a caring, compassionate staff, all close to home. We offer a great team atmosphere with a competitive wage and benefit package for our dedicated employees. Opportunely, we are always in search of great applicants to join our team.
Reporting to the Program Director, the Hyperbaric Technician administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider. This position is responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems, as well as for the safe delivery of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to the hyperbaric patient. All Healogics employees should perform their job responsibilities according to Healogics clinical and employee policies and hospital policies, as well as to accrediting organizations, federal and state regulation, and to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, as applicable.
- High School Diploma or GED (General Education Development)
- Current healthcare professional certification or license as applicable in state of practice -to maintain throughout the duration of employment in this role. This applies to:
- Respiratory Therapist
- Military: Corpsman or Medical Services Specialist
- Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic
- Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Certified Hyperbaric Specialist
- Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse
- Certified or Registered Medical Assistant
- Certified Hyperbaric Technologist
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified Hyperbaric Wound Specialist
- Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant Or completion of Hyperbaric Training from US Department of Defense (DOD): e.g. US Navy, Army or Coast Guard Diver (1st Class, 2nd Class or Master designation)
- or US Air Force Aerospace Physiology Specialist
- Pre or post hire completion of Introductory Hyperbaric Training Course, as approved by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology, Department of Defense, American College of Hyperbaric Medicine or Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society.
- Two (2) or more years’ experience in healthcare preferred
- Prior experience in wound or critical care preferred
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification - to be maintained throughout the duration of employment in this position
- Initial and ongoing work-related competencies
- Hyperbaric equipment and systems troubleshooting skills
The pay grade assigned to this position is 2400; the link provided shows the pay range. Compensation Information All wages are determined by experience and skills; wage information will be discussed further upon interview selection.
The position status type is full-time. Benefits associated with the employment status can be found in the link provided. Benefit Package.