Hyperbaric Technician
1 month ago
Fort HealthCare is a patient-centered hospital and healthcare system serving individuals, businesses and families in Jefferson, Dane, and Walworth Counties, and we are seeking a Hyperbaric Technician to join our Wound Clinic team.
Shift:
40 hours per bi-weekly pay period
Part time
Day shift
Fort HealthCare is proud to be named a 14-time award winner of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace award for Southeastern Wisconsin, a 4-time award winner of the USA Top Workplaces award, and a 2-time winner of their Top Workplaces Culture Excellence award for Purpose & Values.
In addition, Fort HealthCare is proud to be awarded the inaugural 2024 Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA) Hospital Mentorship and Quality Champion Award. The Hospital Mentorship and Quality Champion award recognizes a hospital for demonstrating mentoring relationships and engagement through active participation, collaboration and the sharing of tools and resources with other hospitals.
Our Mission Statement is our daily guide to provide the best health care possible. We promote it widely for all we serve to read, understand and to help our public hold us accountable for the promises we make.
Our Mission Statement - Improve the Health and Well-being of Our Community
Our Vision Statement provides each of us at Fort HealthCare with a goal. It is our motivation to improve constantly upon the level of care we provide, and the quality of services delivered.
Our Vision - Be the Healthiest Community in Wisconsin.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, education, and resources you need to perform your job and ample opportunities for professional growth.
The Hyperbaric Technician, under the direction of the Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, and Medical Director, administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Physician supervising HBO. Responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber(s) and the related support system(s).
Responsibilities of this position include:
- Assists in identification, orientation, and ongoing education of patients for HBO therapy.
- Leads insurance pre-authorization and re-authorization process and completes checklist for each HBOT/potential HBOT client.
- Prepares patients for treatment. Lifts or transfers patient into and out of the chamber, including use of Hoyer lift as necessary. Records complete and accurate medical data as it pertains to treatment in 2 systems. Does not leave patient(s) unattended during HBO treatment without qualified replacement to monitor safety and condition.
- Utilizing data software for wound management makes accurate and appropriate entries for daily hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits which may include photo uploading.
- Apprises Center management immediately of patient care issues, complications, interruptions to treatment.
- Performs hyperbaric chamber operations and system maintenance as required to ensure all safety requirements are met. Recommends safety policies and incorporates new safety procedures as appropriate. Is attuned to equipment operating malfunctions; reports, repairs, or seeks Clinical Engineer or manufacturer's assistance.
- Following required training, conducts special studies testing for patients, including ABI, SPP, TCom. Reports finding to physician for his/her interpretation of exam for patients. Reports and documents results in all appropriate medical record systems.
- As Center Safety Director, serves on Hospital Safety Committee ad hoc. Maintains ongoing, relevant communications with Hospital Safety Director. Responsible for Center safety program and orientation/training of new Center. Makes recommendations for safety protocols and policies. Maintains logs and manuals as directed by Hospital Safety Committee and Healogics; responds to emergency codes and other emergency situations. Assists with safe building oversight and performs semi-annual safety/fire drills.
- Informs staff of any special work/environment conditions which may affect them or patient care.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Completes department-specific orientation and annual competencies for this position.
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associates degree preferred
- Certified and/or licensed in one of the following vocations from an accredited institution and coursework: Respiratory Therapist, Diver Medic, Corpsman (from military), Medical Services Specialist, EMT, Paramedic, Registered Nurse, LPN, Medical Assistant (MA), Chamber Technician/Operator (from military), currently practicing Diving Medical Technician (DMT) or Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Word; able to navigate through internet and
intranet; Able to learn internal clinical outcome database, upload photographs from camera required - Certified as a CHT or DMT within one year of hire. Must have completed a National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology approved hyperbaric medicine introductory course and if not previously completed at time of hire must attend this initial program and be completed before operating hyperbaric chambers. Attend an approved HBO Safety course within one year of hire; and attend an approved Hyperbaric Safety Director course within one year of hire. Complete competencies skill checklist and remain proficient in Hyperbaric competencies.
- CHT is not an entry level qualification, rather an additional certification beyond the applicant's qualifying profession. Refer to the list below: (qualifying pathways)
- Respiratory Therapist
- Physician Assistant
- Active-Duty Military Corpsman
- EMT/Paramedic
- RN or LPN
- Nurse Practitioner
- Physician
- Competitive pay
- Competitive shift differentials (2nd,3rd, and weekends)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous PTO Plan
- Daycare
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending
- Health Insurance
- Comprehensive Wellness Plan
- Life Insurance
- Pharmacy Discount
- Tuition Assistance
- Vision and Dental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Parking
