Hyperbaric Technician - Allina Health Systems : Job Details

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

October 24, 2024

Department:

31005315 AHMHI HBOT MPLS

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

SEIU-4-Abbott Northwestern Residual Workers

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Performs personal care, observes/collects patient data, documents, and assures patient safety throughout the procedure. Administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy under the supervision of a hyperbaric RN and/or physician.

Key Position Details:

* 1.0 FTE, 8-hour, day shifts and no weekends

* SEIU represented role

Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities

* Makes observations, collects health status data, reports and documents findings.

* Completes measurements including temperature, radial pulse, blood pressure, respirations, weight, intake and output, and check glucose.

* Prepares the hyperbaric chamber, equipment, and materials as needed for patients undergoing hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

* Reports immediately to the hyperbaric supervisor or physician regarding any observations/health status data that are not within normal limits for the patient or are significantly changed.

* Reports patient needs/questions to the appropriate nurse.

* Documents according to documentation guidelines.

* Performs personal care/interventions.

* Carries out hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment protocols as prescribed by the hyperbaric certified physician.

* Observes and records patient's condition and hyperbaric systems during the course of hyperbaric oxygen treatment.

* Reports unusual occurrences to the hyperbaric supervisor and physician.

* Completes interventions as needed.

* Distributes and sets up water, snacks, and assists patients according to diet/intake order for the patient and feeding needs of the patient.

* Assists patient with grooming and hygiene needs, maintains skin integrity, personal comfort, and population specific needs of the patient. These include: oral hygiene, linen change, bathing, AM/PM and HS care, assistance with bedpan, urinal, commode, catheter, dressing, application of support hose and braces, implements toileting routine as designated in plan of care.

* Provides assistance with ambulation, transfer, positioning, and ROM according to activity order and needs of the patient.

* Implements activities of fall prevention plan as specified in plan of care including frequent observation and supervision in the bathroom.

* Collects and saves specimens.

* Provides assistance to the nurse for admission, transfer, discharge, and post-mortem care.

* Notifies hyperbaric supervisor/physician immediately of changes in patient condition.

* Maintains patient and employee safety.

* Develops and maintains an environment that is safe for patients, visitors and employees

* Uses proper transfer and lifting equipment and body mechanics.

* Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.

* Maintains operation, maintenance, and safety logs and other required documentation.

* Cleans/disinfects hyperbaric chamber, equipment and gurney as needed in between patients.

* May function as a Hazardous Waste Handler, including properly identifying, segregating, and disposing of hazardous waste, ensures container integrity, knows emergency response procedures to spills, fires, and evacuation procedures.

* Ensures medication security and transport.

* May transport filled prescriptions to the station where patient is located.

* Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

* Vocational or Technical Training as an Emergency Medical Technician required or

* Associate's or Vocational degree as a Respiratory Therapist preferred

* Certified Hyperbaric Technologist - National Board of Diving & Hyperbaric Medical Technology required within 1-1/2 Yrs

* BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required

Physical Demands

Medium Work*:

Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently