Hyperbaric Technician jobs in Illinois
Hyperbaric Technician administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy and diagnostic testing to patients under the direction of a physician. Documents required treatment details including equipment settings, treatment duration, and patient response. Being a Hyperbaric Technician operates hyperbaric chamber and other hyperbaric support systems in accordance to all applicable safety standards and regulations. Performs cleaning of chamber and equipment according to infection control policies. Additionally, Hyperbaric Technician performs equipment checks and system maintenance. Requires a high school diploma. Requires Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT). Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Hyperbaric Technician works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Hyperbaric Technician typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Hyperbaric Technician- Full Time Days
- Northwestern Memorial Healthcare
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Lincolnshire, IL
FULL_TIME
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Job Description
The Hyperbaric Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities:
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the policies and procedures of Hyperbaric Medicine.
Perform transcutaneous oxygen monitoring testing as ordered and per departmental policy.
Ascertain that the patient's diagnosis is one of the appropriate approved disorders for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, and that the said diagnosis is clearly entered on the patient's charts/records.
Implement the physician's orders as indicated by the patient's treatment plan.
Educate patient and/or patient's family as to the benefits, risks contraindications, and safety issues of hyperbaric oxygen therapy before treatment.
Perform blood glucose monitoring as ordered and indicated by patient diagnosis.
Inspect the patient prior to the commencement of each Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy session to ensure all safety standards are being adhered to, i.e. 100% cotton attire, no makeup, no hairspray, etc.
Perform the hyperbaric treatments and monitor the patient during therapy. Perform hyperbaric chamber operations and system maintenance as required.
Perform dressing changes and/or wound care within the scope of practice, as ordered and participate in clinic when HBO volumes are below par.
Take serial photographs of the wound for reporting of the patient's progress.
Evaluate the patient outcome and meet with the manager and the hyperbaric physician to discuss patient treatment and adjust treatment as necessary.
Consult with hyperbaric physician regarding any adverse reactions.
Document treatment notes and maintain patient treatment/diagnostic records.
Complete the patient's treatment charges, if required.
Perform quality control daily on department glucometer, or as required by policy.
Clean and maintain the equipment according to infection control standards.
Maintain continuous quality improvement duties and chart audits.
Answer telephone inquiries and schedule patient treatment times.
Perform marketing duties as needed, intra- and inter-departmentally.
Perform an inventory check, and maintain a record of supplies and laundry items.
Maintain equipment and check backup air and oxygen supplies on a daily basis.
Perform data entry into the Wound Information System and collate reports as requested by the Director.
Orient new employees as necessary.
Participate in New Patient Reviews to assess for HBO indicators.
Support clinical hyperbaric facility accreditation.
Participate in the Safety Program
Perform duties and procedures as directed by the Program Director, Clinical Nurse Manager, Medical Director, and in some cases the Hyperbaric Safety Director.
- 13 Days Ago
HYPERBARIC TECH
- Southern Illinois Health
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Herrin, IL
FULL_TIME
- Overview Your Career. Our Company. Together, We Grow. At Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH), we realize that in order to provide our surrounding communities with excellent care, we must begin by provi...
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- Southern Illinois Health
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Herrin, IL
CONTRACTOR
- Overview Your Career. Our Company. Together, We Grow. At Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH), we realize that in order to provide our surrounding communities with excellent care, we must begin by provi...
- 16 Days Ago
Hyperbaric Safety Director
- Accelecare Wound Centers, LLC
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Mattoon, IL
FULL_TIME
- The rewards at Healogics are immense, starting with the important work we do to change patients’ lives. We also understand that meaningful work is hard work, and we are committed to supporting and com...
- 18 Days Ago
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- Field Technician - Itron Careers
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
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- Pharmacy Technician - CCC Careers
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
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About Illinois
Illinois (/ˌɪlɪˈnɔɪ/ (listen) IL-ih-NOY) is a state in the Midwestern and Great Lakes region of the United States. It has the fifth largest gross domestic product (GDP),
the sixth largest population, and the 25th largest land area of all U.S. states. Illinois is often noted as a microcosm of the entire United States. With Chicago in northeastern Illinois, small industrial cities and immense agricultural productivity in the north and center of the state, and natural resources such as coal, timber, and petroleum in the south, Illinois has a diverse economic base, and is a major transportation hu...
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Income Estimation for Hyperbaric Technician jobs
$51,473 to $65,831
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What does a Hyperbaric Technician do?
Hyperbaric Technician in Terre Haute, IN
Hyperbaric technicians receive specialized schooling from a number of organizations that instruct them on the proper use of hyperbaric chambers.
January 04, 2020
Hyperbaric Technician in Virginia Beach, VA
The hyperbaric oxygen chamber technician, often called a hyperbaric technologist, works under the direction of a hyperbaric physician, operating the hyperbaric chamber and working with patients requiring HBOT.
January 27, 2020
Hyperbaric Technician in Tacoma, WA
Some of the sections of the Technician course are available individually, if you do not require the full week of classes.
February 16, 2020