Hyperbaric Technician

Job Description Summary

The Hyperbaric Technician, under the direction of the Program Director and/or Safety Director of the Hyperbaric Medicine Department, administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Physician. Performs duties under supervision of the Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, and/or Safety Director as is appropriate for the facility. Is responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems. Responsible for taking patient's vital signs and monitoring patient while in the chamber.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are those tasks, duties and responsibilities that comprise the means of accomplishing the job's purpose and objectives. Essential functions are critical or fundamental to the performance of the job. They are the major functions that the person in the job is held accountable for. Following are the essential functions of the job.

• Use this to denote if a function does not provide opportunity to perform beyond "Meets Expectations"

1. .
a. Assists in patient preparpation for treatment, (Lift patient or transfer)

b. Tolerate pressurization and depressurization in a hyperbaric chamber.

c. Need to be able to hear patients and staff. Also, listen to equipment for malfunctions.

d. Takes vital signs, blood glucose, and monitors the transcutaneous oxygen monitor (Tcom).

e. Closely monitors the patient while in the chamber.

f. Reinforces education as it relates to hyperbaric therapy.

h. Performs duties and procedures as directed by Program Director, Medical Director, and in
some cases the Clinical Coordinator

i. Performs hyperbaric chamber operations and system maintenance as required.

j. Supports clinical hyperbaric facility accreditation.

Participates in the safety program.

Maintains competencies, continuing education and certifications as appropriate.

Utilizing data software for wound management.

Make appropriate entries for daily hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits.

Tolerate pressurization and depressurization in a hyperbaric chamber.

2. Reinforces education as it relates to hyperbaric therapy.
a. Standardizes and implements TCP02.

b. Adheres to stringent daily protocols and procedures for pre, during and post Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.

c. Safety monitoring of patients whilst they are preparing for, during and after Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.

3. Keeps complete and accurate patient records as they pertain to treatment documentation.
a. Enters the data into the DCS database i-heal, including ancillary services, nursing assessment, superbills etc.

b. Uploads patient photographs into Epic

4. Performs duties and procedures as directed by Program Director, Medical Director, and in
some cases the Clinical Coordinator.
f.

5. Performs hyperbaric chamber operations and system maintenance as required.
6. Supports clinical hyperbaric facility accreditation.

7. Make appropriate daily log entries for daily hyperbaric treatments / cancellations.
b.

8. Technology – Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.
a. Utilizing data software for wound management, namely i-heal ensuring data is entered as according to policy and procedures stated by Diversified Clinical Services.

b. Runs daily, weekly, monthly reports as determined by policy and procedures

9. Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
a. Participates in the safety program.

d.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Cont.)

I. Technology and Learning
a. Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.

b. Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.

c. Compliance
Works within legal, regulartory and ethical practice standards relevant to the position.
Complies with applicable policies and procedures
Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information.
The employee complies with policies and procedures relating to SSH privacy and security programs.
Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP.
Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance privacy and security programs

d. Patient and Family Centered Care
a. conveys respect for values, preferences and express needs of the patient and family.
b. recognizes the patient and family according to patient preferences as important members of the health care team.
c. collaborates with the patient and family according to patient preferences in planning implementing and evaluating care.
d. welcomes the presence and participation of the family members at all times according to patient preferences regardless of other events in the center.

e. Age and Culture
Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.
a. possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness.
b. interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed.
c. effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services such as interpreter services and on line sources.

UNIT / DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS

Unit Specific functions are those tasks, duties and responsibilities that are specific to the performance of the job within a certain unit(s). Following are unit specific functions of the job, along with the corresponding performance standards.

1.
? Reinforces education as it relates to hyperbaric therapy.
? Keeps complete and accurate patient records as they pertain to treatment documentation.
? Performs duties and procedures as directed by Program Director, Medical Director, and the Clinical Coordinator.
? Performs hyperbaric chamber operations and system maintenance as required.
? Supports clinical hyperbaric facility accreditation.
? Participates in the safety program.
? Maintains competencies, continuing education and certifications as appropriate.
? Utilizing data software for wound management.
? Make appropriate entries for daily hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits including
photo uploading.
? Tolerate pressurization and depressurization in a hyperbaric chamber
? Need to be able to hear patients and staff. Also, listen to equipment for malfunctions.

BLS - Basic Life Support. Dependable, customer service focused, adaptable, strong attention to detail, ability to follow through on assignments, ability to problem solve, use of judgment, good oral skills and written communication skills, ability to relax patients, knowledge of infection control, safety and all unit required skill review.