Certified Hyperbaric Oxygen Tech / PRN in Santa Fe, NM

POSITION SUMMARY:  Provides compassionate, prescribed administration of hyperbaric oxygen therapy and/or related testing to HBO patients, safe, effective operation and maintenance of the hyperbaric facility, data entry, and other functions as prescribed by Certified Hyperbaric Oxygen & Safety Technician and/or Clinical Coordinator.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:   High school diploma or general education degree. Must have approved Hyperbaric Medicine introductory course. Medical training as exemplified in licensure/certifications itemized below. 

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current certification as Certified Hyperbaric Technologist.

SKILLS: 

• Must have obvious concern for patient welfare
• Basic/operable computer skills
• Ability to read, understand and implement professional journals as well as regulatory documents
• Ability to perform basic/operable mathematics
• Possess ability to communicate effectively
• Be particularly attentive to detail
• Ability to speak and read Spanish a plus.

EXPERIENCE:  Hours required to become certified.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

Responsible to:  Clinical Coordinator

ENVIRONMENT: 

• Bloodborne pathogens: B Exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens and caustic chemicals; occasional unpredictable physically demanding situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations as well as move or assist in moving, lifting, positioning, pushing, transferring patients as well as equipment or supplies.  Frequent prolonged standing and walking, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, sometimes in fast-paced environment. Hearing & visual acuity within normal limits.