Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) Technician

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
United States, Pennsylvania, East Norriton
559 West Germantown Pike (Show on map)
Jan 20, 2025
Job Details Job Description Job Summary: Under the supervision of t he HBO Technician provides hyperbaric oxygen therapy to all referred patients, administers and monitors oxygen therapy and works collaboratively with other disciplines at assigned center. Primary Functions: Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson Preparation of all patients referred for treatment [AT1] . Monitors patientas condition and recognizes change for necessary intervention. Documents all care provided accurately and completely according to hospital and department policy, entering all treatment notes into the appropriate system(s). Provide patient and family education to include: assessment of learning needs, ability and readiness to learn; documentation of teaching activities; provision of instruction as appropriate. Collaborate with other clinical disciplines in developing plan of care Provide hyperbaric chamber operations and maintenance/cleaning as required Demonstrates and maintains competency in core and unit specific clinical skills. Maintains competencies, continuing education and certificates as required. In absence of front desk coordinator, schedules and registers patients for HBO therapy or wound care visit, utilizing software provided and in accordance with hospital policy and systems as required Participates in department quality improvement plan and assists in collecting data used for Quality assurance and education. Adheres to Patient Safety and Infection control procedures as outlined in the hospitalas safety manual. Demonstrates appropriate usage of hospital resources, supplied and equipment. Complies with all HIPAA and Privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures. Perform duties as directly by Program Director/Coordinator within scope of practice and other unit related duties as assigned Prior experience with wound care patients preferred. Basic skills in MS office, word, excel and outlook. Prior experience with an electronic medical record preferred Valid and current CPR from AHA EMT or related certification or LPN certification in the state in which the technician will work. CHT trained/certified preferred. Basic Cardiac Life Support. Successful completion of approved hyperbaric oxygen therapy course within one year. 1 year employment in the outpatient department required. Occasional travel to other centers may be required. Overtime and schedule flexibility may be required to meet patient needs Prior experience with wound care patients preferred. Basic skills in MS office, word, excel and outlook. Prior experience with an electronic medical record preferred Valid and current CPR from AHA EMT or related certification or LPN certification in the state in which the technician will work. CHT trained/certified preferred. Basic Cardiac Life Support. Successful completion of approved hyperbaric oxygen therapy course within one year. 1 year employment in the outpatient department required. Occasional travel to other centers may be required. Overtime and schedule flexibility may be required to meet patient needs Work Shift Workday Day (United States of America) Worker Sub Type Regular Primary Location Address 633 West Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, United States of America Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.