Methodist Healthcare System · 1 day ago
Certified Hyperbaric Technologist
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expMethodist Healthcare System is an organization that invests in its team members and provides comprehensive medical services. The Certified Hyperbaric Technologist will deliver care during hyperbaric oxygen treatments, assist in wound care, and ensure the safe operation of the compression chamber system.
Emergency MedicineHealth CareHospitalMedical
Responsibilities
Evaluates equipment / supplies used in the chamber and ensures that they meet hospital Biomedical Department requirements as well as all safety requirements before they are permitted inside the chamber
Operates the compression chamber and supporting components and maintains operating, maintenance, safety logs and other required documentation, as specified in department policy
Observes patients and the hyperbaric systems during the course of hyperbaric oxygen treatments, reports unusual occurrences, and records appropriate entries in the medical record, as required and maintains a safe environment in the Center for patients and staff and ensures that adequate and safe decompression procedures are utilized for all personnel with a hyperbaric exposure
Ensures maintenance is completed and documented. Coordinates with Safety Director in completing daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual maintenance logs
Prepares both chambers for fire suppression testing on a quarterly basis and coordinates fire suppression testing with Safety Specialist and Plant Management personnel, to include date and time of testing, follow-up action if needed, and submitting written report and results to Safety Specialist
Serves as one of the department’s Technical trainers for full-time and PRN staff and provides training related to the appropriate aspects of hyperbaric physiology, decompression tables, equipment operations and safety, and treatment protocols. Validates in-chamber safety training of new employees before their initial entry into the hyperbaric chamber. Monitors qualifications of inside chamber attendants on a monthly basis and ensures compliance of staff members
Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System. Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals
Non-licensed staff May handle, pick up, deliver and/or stock non-controlled medications as directed by a licensed team member
Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules; must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times; must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors; must be familiar with all safety features of equipment, tools or materials encompassed by job duties; and must check with supervisors (prior to job performance) if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function
Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients, colleagues and the community. Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that appears to violate applicable laws, rules regulations or the Code of Conduct itself
Completes other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma
One year of experience in compression chamber operations to include knowledge of decompression tables
Maintains certification in Hyperbarics (CHT/CHS)
License or certification as required by certification body is recommended but not required
Benefits
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Company
Methodist Healthcare System
Since 1963, Methodist Healthcare has continuously evolved to meet the growing needs of the greater San Antonio community.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Clint Kotal
Chief Executive Officer
Ryan Simpson
Chief Executive Officer at Methodist Hospital and Methodist Children’s Hospital
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