Summary

The Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Technician administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients.

Responsibilities

The Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Technician is responsible for:

• Operating and maintaining the hyperbaric chamber and associated systems as prescribed by a physician.
• Monitoring patients in the chamber, including recording condition and ensuring comfort during treatment.
• Maintaining applicable operating, maintenance, and safety logs.
• Maintaining accurate patient records

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Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent Must be certified and/or licensed in one of the following vocations or hold a diploma from an accredited institution in one of the following professions to meet the minimum education and experience requirements: Respiratory Therapist; Physician�s Assistant; EMT or Paramedic; Military Corpsman; Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse; Nurse Practitioner; Physician or Physiologist; Certified Nurse Aide, Certified Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician

Experience

Required: 1 year experience as a hyperbaric technician, or one year experience working in an acute hospital care environment

Certifications

Required: BLS Must complete Introductory Hyperbaric Training Course as approved by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology within 90 days of hire
Preferred: Certified Hyperbaric Technologist from the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant�s or employee�s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.