What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Hyperbaric Safety Officer position at SUNY Upstate Medical University?
- Syracuse
- Allied Health
- Registered Nurses
- Part-time
- Opening on: Mar 18 2026
- Nursing-Hyperbaric Unit
- State of New York
- TH Staff Associate, NSSL4
- 88750
- UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
Job Summary:
The Assistant Hyperbaric Safety Officer provides professional hyperbaric care to patients/families and the community through planning and implementing patient care in conjunction with licensed staff. Works together with unit leadership and Safety Officers to assess, implement, maintain, and document the hyperbaric safety program to ensure continued successful accreditation cycles. The Assistant Hyperbaric Safety Officer exemplifies the Upstate mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Upstate policies and procedures. Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and trainings in support of the Hyperbaric Safety Program. Acts on behalf of the Hyperbaric Safety Officer when the officer is not available. Assists Hyperbaric Safety Officer with activities to support patients receiving hyperbaric treatment. Maintains operational records for all hyperbaric program equipment, trouble shoots equipment issues, removes chambers from service if unsafe, and assists in scheduling preventative maintenance & calibration. Assist/conduct hyperbaric safety in-service trainings. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and 3 years of related healthcare experience or an Associate's degree and 5 years of related healthcare experience required. Certified Hyperbaric Technician (CHT) or Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse (CHRN) qualifying pathway criteria must be met. CHT or CHRN certification and Hyperbaric Safety Training must be successfully completed when eligible or within one year of hire. Current CPR-BLS and CPR-ACLS certification required by the time of appointment. Excellent communication and organizational skills required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Hyperbaric Technician (CHT), Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse (CHRN) certification, Hyperbaric Safety Officer training, and hyperbaric experience preferred.
Work Days:
Monday- Friday: Days with on-call responsibilities (Nights & Weekends)
Message to Applicants:
This is a 0.80 FTE, part-time role.
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.