Hyperbaric Technician Atrium Health Mercy Wound Management Ft

Job Summary

Administers Hyperbaric (HBO) therapy to patients as prescribed by the HBO physician. Performs hyperbaric chamber operations and system maintenance as required.

Essential Functions

• Assists in preparing patients for treatment.
• Develops and implements a plan of care to meet patient needs including discharge planning and utilization of available resources.
• Maintains complete and accurate patient records.
• Supports clinical HBO facility accreditation.

Physical Requirements

Work requires standing approximately 5% of the time, walking 15% of the time, sitting 80% of the time. Must be able to touch or feel 95% of the time, reach 60% of the time and stoop, kneel, or crouch 5% of the time. Requires ability to talk and hear 100% of the time.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High School Diploma or GED required. Certified and/or licensed in one of the following Physician Assistant, Respiratory Therapy, EMT/Paramedic, CMA, NA, Diver Medic, Corpsmen (military), LPN, Physical Therapy Assistant, DMT/CHT or Hyperbaric Technician required. Maintains and demonstrates competency in BLS infection control and safety required. Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) from AHA required.

Our Mission Statement, Vision and Values

Our Mission: To improve health, elevate hope and advance healing - for all.

Our Vision: To be the first and best choice for care.

Our Values: We recognize that employees are our most valuable asset. We have identified four core values we hold in the highest regard: caring, commitment, integrity and teamwork.

Atrium Health is one of the nation's leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region's largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.

We've been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors' offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.

Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.