Hyperbaric Program Coordinator

Department:

36500 Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center - Hyperbaric Medicine

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday through Friday (varied starts 0700-1730)

Oncall Weekdays, weekends and Holidays

Minimum 5 years hyperbaric experience (multiplace preferred)

Hyperbaric Certification, Safety Director Training a plus

In Chamber medical clearance

Mechanical aptitude required

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs duties of Safety Director for the multiplace hyperbaric chamber. Provides direction and follows policy and procedures to meet the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) related to hyperbaric facilities. Coordinates and oversees system emergency procedure training and annual Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) competency assessments.
• Oversees hyperbaric Preventative Maintenance Program for multiplace chamber and coordinates vendor maintenance visits.
• Develops and implements hyperbaric treatment procedures and protocols in collaboration with the Manager and the Medical Director.
• Oversees the Hyperbaric Quality data collection and action plans for the hyperbaric department.
• Coordinates with the Biomedical department to inspect and test any ancillary equipment for safety implications prior to allowing equipment inside the multiplace chambers.
• Coordinates technical functions of the hyperbaric department. Operates chamber control console, hand valve compressors and related equipment. Assists with repairs to compressor piping and ancillary equipment if necessary. Problem solves and trouble shoots equipment to facilitate rapid repairs for chamber and ancillary equipment.
• Prepares, maintains, and disinfects ancillary equipment and supplies for use inside the chambers, including negative pressure wound therapy devices, Transcutaneous Oxygen Monitors, patient vital sign devices, ventilators and other respiratory equipment. Performs equipment safety checks prior to hyperbaric procedures and according to department guidelines.
• Modifies decompression calculations to provide additional safety margins on emergence bail out procedures. Collaborates with employee health to assure staff attendants meet health screening and maintenance.
• Provides staff education, procedures and medical staff communication related to hyperbaric program. Orients and maintains competencies for staff in their hyperbaric chamber responsibilities related to attending, chamber operation, safety guidelines and new employee orientation.
• Develops and conducts seminars for hospital staff, visitors, students and residents related to hyperbaric medicine. Coordinates and participates in teaching hyperbaric medicine courses.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) certification issued by the National Board of Diving & Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT), or
• CHS (Certified Hyperbaric Specialist) issued by the American Board of Wound Healing (ABWH) and
• Safety Director Certificate Course or obtain within 6 months of hire, and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required:

• Associate's Degree in Healthcare or related field.

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 5 years of experience in a hyperbaric technician or related position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Completion of an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical So