Patient Assistant / Hyperbaric Chamber Operator
Administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients under supervision of our onsite Safety Director, as prescribed by our Hyperbaric Physician.
- Performs duties under supervision of the Program Director, Safety Director, and/or Physician in Charge.
- Responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems.
- Responsible for the safe delivery of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to the hyperbaric patient.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists in patient preparation for treatment.
- 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, Safety Director and/or Medical Director.
- Performs hyperbaric chamber operations and system maintenance as required.
- Participates in the safety program.
- Maintains competencies, continuing education and certifications as appropriate.
- Utilizing data software for record management.
- Make appropriate entries for daily hyperbaric treatments.
- Lift patient or transfer per local policy.
- Need to be able to hear patients and staff. Also, listen to equipment for malfunctions.
- Ensures department compliance with NFPA 99 – Hyperbaric Chapter, current edition, and with unit safety policies and procedures.
- Evaluates hyperbaric chamber equipment/supplies used in the chamber and ensures that they meet all safety requirements before they are permitted inside the chamber.
- Maintains a safe environment in the hyperbaric facility for patients and staff and uses approved and recognized decompression procedures for all persons with a hyperbaric exposure to inert gases.
- Must be willing to travel to our New Smyrna location as needed
Competencies Required:
- Dependability and on time
- Customer Service
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Ability to follow through
- Multi-tasking needed
- Safety and Security
- Technical/functional Proficiency
- Problem solving ability
- Sound judgment
- Good oral skills
- Ability to relax patients
- Good written communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
Qualifications:
- Current certification as CHT or CHS (interim status may be appointed until CHT or CHS certification is attained) or must be certified as a CHT or CHS within 1-year of stating date.
- Complete a Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society, National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology, Department of Defense, or American College of Hyperbaric Medicine approved hyperbaric medicine introductory course pre or post hire; if pre hire the course completion must be within the past 5 years from date of hire post hire within one yr of employment.
- Maintains and demonstrates competency in BLS (Basic Life Support Certification), infections control, safety and all unit required skill review.
- Complete competencies skill checklist. Initial and Annually (post hire).
2. Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Chamber operators must be a healthcare professional actively certified or licensed in one of the following vocations to meet the minimum education and experience requirements for Hyperbaric Certification.
- Respiratory Therapist
- Military: Corpsman or Medical Services Specialist
- Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic
- Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Licensed Vocational Nurse.
- Certified Hyperbaric Specialist
- Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse
- Certified or Registered Medical Assistant.
- Certified Hyperbaric Technologist
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified Hyperbaric Wound Specialist
- Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant
- Other allied healthcare professions as approved by the NBDHMT for certification eligibility
- Individuals who have successfully completed U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) hyperbaric training.
- E.g.
1. U.S. Navy, Army, or Coast Guard Diver (1st Class, 2nd Class or Master Diver designation). Does not include Scuba (only) Diver
2. U.S. Air Force Aerospace Physiology Specialist
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person