The Hyperbaric Technician / Technologist, under the direction of an advanced provider or physician performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy on approved patients. The technician operates and monitors the hyperbaric chamber and other hyperbaric support systems and performs necessary maintenance to systems daily.

Education:
High School Degree/ GED, and appropriate educational degree
 

Licensure:

Certification and or licensure in one of the following vocations required: Certified Hyperbaric Technician, NST/Medical Assistant, Respiratory Therapist, Diver Medic, Medical Services Specialist, EMT, Paramedic, Registered Nurse, LPN or LVN, Diving Medical Technician preferredCurrent CPR Certification (Health Care Provider)Successful completion of an approved course from the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society and or the National Board of Diving & Hyperbaric medical Technology, or any online course approved by both the UHMS and NBDHMT

Experience:
Minimum of one-year clinical hyperbaric system operations experienced preferred
 

Skills:
• Must possess good verbal and written communications with the ability to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions independently.
• Must have interpersonal skills enough to interact with patients, visitors and other hospital associates and departments.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
• Responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber and related support systems.
• Responsible for the day to day maintenance of the hyperbaric chamber and related support systems.
• Clean and maintain the equipment according to infection control standards. Maintain continuous quality improvement duties and chart audits. Perform an inventory check and maintain a record of supplies and laundry items. Maintain equipment and checks backup air and oxygen supplies daily.
• Assist in the delivery of patient care appropriate to the level of his/her medical training.
• Prepares patients for treatment by providing explanation of the purpose and procedure of treatment as well as education regarding pre-, post-, and intra treatment information/instructions.
• Collects patient’s vital signs and glucose monitoring prior and following therapy and report abnormal signs and symptoms
• Keeps complete, legible and accurate patient records
• Evaluate the patient outcome and meet with the manager and the hyperbaric physician to discuss patient treatment and adjust treatment as necessary. Consult with hyperbaric physician regarding any adverse reactions.

Pay Range

$20.75 - $35.12

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

COVID-19 Vaccination

All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.