Hyperbaric Technician/Safety Specialist - Wound Care Center - 32 Hours

Job Description

Welcome To

Welcome to Winchester Hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health. Winchester Hospital was the first hospital in Massachusetts to earn Magnet recognition, the American Nurses Association’s highest honor for nursing excellence, three times. It has since received the recognition a fourth time. As the northwest suburban Boston area’s leading provider of comprehensive health care services, the 229-bed facility provides care in general, bariatric and vascular surgery, orthopedics, pediatrics, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, oncology, gastroenterology, rehabilitation, radiation oncology, pain management, obstetrics/gynecology and a Level IIB Special Care Nursery.

About the Job

Job Title:  Hyperbaric Technician /Safety Specialist

Position Overview:

As part of the Wound Healing Center team, this position is responsible for the following:

• Performs hyperbaric treatments and associated tests as indicated by the patient care plan, following established protocols for hyperbaric treatment regimens.
• Collaborates in development of patients’ plan of care as it pertains to hyperbaric chamber options and evaluates the effects of those plans. 
• Oversees hyperbaric chamber services and safety/regulatory issues associated with running a hyperbaric care program, including leading performance improvement for the program and outreaching in the community to encourage referrals 
• Facilitates the day-to-day maintenance of the hyperbaric chamber and related support systems
• Provides feedback and solutions on improving quality, safety and patient satisfaction of hyperbaric therapies 
• Cross-trains to assist in direct patient care with wound clinic visits

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Position Requirements:

Education:             LPN, EMT, Paramedic or Candidate with at least at least six (6) months experience performing hyperbaric therapies. 

                                    Preferred:  CHT or DMT certification (Certified Hyperbaric Technician OR Diver Medic Technician)

Experience:           Required:  Knowledge of basic safety, infection control and quality performance standards.   Hyperbaric Training will be provided if needed.

Preferred:  At least 3 years clinical experience, preferably with hyperbaric therapies

Shift

Part  time, 32 hours.

About Us

Beth Israel Lahey Health is an integrated system providing patients with better care wherever they are. Care informed by world-class research and education. We are doctors and nurses, technicians and social workers, innovators and educators, and so many others. All with a shared vision for what healthcare can and should be. We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining top talent. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities in which we work and serve. With a team approach to care, we encourage learning and growth at all levels and offer competitive salaries and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.