What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hyperbaric Safety Tech position at Ridgeview Medical Center?
Purpose of Job
This position is responsible for administering hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the hyperbaric leadership. Responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber and related support systems as well as the safe delivery of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to the hyperbaric patient.
Job Functions
- Assists in the patient preparation for treatment.
- Operates and maintains the hyperbaric chamber and associated systems and equipment.
- Monitors patients in the chamber.
- Reinforces education as it relates to hyperbaric therapy.
- Documents and maintains accurate medical records and reports.
- Coordinates departmental safety-related standards as required by licensing and regulatory agencies.
- Maintains all facility safety-related standards as required by licensing and regulatory agencies.
- Assists Clinical Supervisor with agency regulatory and accreditation compliance.
- Backs-up Clinical Support I as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education/Work Experience
- See License/Certifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
- Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
- Knowledge of basic computer functions and Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations
- Ability to work autonomously and as a team
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care
- Ability to multi-task
- Capable of making independent decisions with the use of good critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Ability to serve patients in a friendly and efficient manner
License/Certifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing OR
- Current state of MN and National Registry of EMT certification OR
- Current state of MN Paramedic Certification
- BLS Certification
- Completion of NBDHMT or UHMS-recognized industry hyperbaric medicine course and certification within one year of hire
Preferred Qualifications
- One to two years of previous healthcare experience
Compensation
Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.
Benefits
Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to view the benefits available.
Ridgeview Medical Center will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, union membership, creed, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status with regards to public assistance, membership in a local human rights commission, or any other category that may be protected by law.