Hyperbaric Technologist (Per Diem Day)Req #:0000166176Category:Newly Created PositionStatus:Per DiemShift:DayFacility:Monmouth Medical CenterDepartment:Hyperbaric TherapyLocation:Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740Job Overview:The Hyperbaric Technician provides Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy to all patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider.Qualifications:Required:
HS Diploma or equivalent
HBO Certification or must sit and successfully pass the National Board exams within 1st year of employment
Must operate changer at least 80 hours every 2 years and attend a safety conference every 2 years
BLS Certification through the American Heart Association
Preferred:
Wound care experience
Scheduling Requirements:
Day Shift
Per Diem Scheduling
Required coverage to other sites
Essential Functions:
Prepare patients referred for treatment
Administer Hyperbaric treatments in a safe and effective manner
Monitor and record patient conditions
Recognize changes in patients' condition and intervene appropriately
Collaborate with other clinical disciplines in developing plan of care
Provide patient/family education and education materials
Monitors par level of HBO related product inventory
Institutes emergency measures in the unlikely event of an adverse reaction as outlined in established protocols
Works in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act and Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society related to and maintaining all health and safety policies, procedures and protocol
Provide hyperbaric chamber operations and maintenance/cleaning as required
In the absence of the front desk coordinator, schedules patients for outpatient wound care and HBO therapy, performs patient check-in and registration, as needed
Promote individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as a preceptor, mentor and resource to colleagues and staff
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager
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