Hyperbaric Technician

Summary

Under direct supervision of the provider, will be responsible for patient assessment and care, and maintaining appropriate documentation.

This position must have basic knowledge of specialty and/or primary care and able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients.

This position is responsible for coordinating care to assure high quality, compassionate patient care is provided. They will maintain and oversee patients at the office locations and will act as the liaison with other organizations and departments.

This position may be required to order all medical, pharmacy supplies, and office supplies to manage patient care.

They will assure compliance with all the policies/procedures of MyMichigan Health and follow OSHA guidelines, CLIA regulations, and all appropriate regulatory agencies.

They will coordinate with and train any new employees, students and float staff as required.

The clinical person will provide patient education, assist with specialty care modalities, symptom management, be available for emergencies, monitor for compliance and the effects of care management with high risk patients, educate on prescriptions and teach the patient and family the reasons for the medication and side effects, coordinate and ensure continuity of care with other providers.

Also, may perform general office duties (keyboarding, filing, telephone, computer and office equipment) as needed. The expectations outlined in this job description may vary slightly depending on the practice in which you are assigned. Your immediate supervisor will be able to clarify your responsibilities for you.

Responsibilities

(30%) Triages all calls, schedules daily urgent/emergent add-ons, receives and relays test results. Supports, directs and refers patients for consults and/or testing and insurance pre-certification and documentation.

(30%) Greets patients and/or family, performs routine pre-examination procedures including vital signs, assessing and recording objective and subjective data concerning presenting condition. Updates and maintains an accurate patient record by performing but not limited to, orders reconciliation, secure messaging (if available) and other tasks as assigned. Performs medication reconciliation, enters allergy reaction type, processes refills within the scope of their certification.

(20%) Assists provider with examinations and procedures.

(20%) Prepares and cleans the patient area, sets up equipment, cleans and facilitates room set up after a procedure. Disposes of contaminated supplies and sterilizes medical instruments.

Certifications and Licensures

REQUIRED TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND SKILLS:

Education: High School Diploma/GED required.

Certification: 

HBT - Hyperbaric Technician

Required

 Professional certificate or license in lieu of HBT credential and must maintain throughout their duration of employment. Also accepted: Respiratory Therapist, Military: Corpsman or Medical Services Specialist, Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic, Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Licensed Vocational Nurse, Certified Hyperbaric Specialist, Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse, Certified or Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Hyperbaric Technologist, Certified or Licensed Nursing Assistant, Certified Hyperbaric Wound Specialist, Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant or completion of Hyperbaric Training from US Department of Defense (DOD)

Required Education

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Essential: true

Other Information

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides complete patient assessment as indicated within the scope of the practice.

Performs patient care measures including injections, minor dressing changes, and obtaining blood specimens. In some practices may be required to, demonstrate competency to assist with procedures such as, but not limited to electrocardiogram (EKG), Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), Ankle Brachial Pressure Index (ABI), and Non-stress Test (NST).

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Understands necessary computer functions in the office setting: MAPS, MCIR Practice Management, Electronic Medical Records, LIS, Emageon, dictation systems, and any other necessary programs to assist providers and staff.

Demonstrates critical thinking for patient management.

Maintains a high level of confidentiality and ensures patient’s rights in accordance with proper procedures and in compliance with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act).

May be asked to perform clerical duties – filing out insurance forms, correspondence, arranging hospital admission, answering the telephone, updating/ filing patient’s medical records.

Orders supplies and medications.

Maintains a system for accurately documenting and coding, in the medical record as appropriate and per policy.

Participate in annual review for quality and completeness as necessary.

Provides for the age specific needs of the population served according to department standards and policies/procedures as evidenced by observation, documentation and peer feedback.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Operates, maintains and ensure the safety of the hyperbaric facility and all associated systems and equipment.

Explains purpose and procedure of hyperbaric treatment to the patient.

Reinforces education as it relates to hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

Maintains the cleanliness of the hyperbaric oxygen therapy equipment as per departmental policy.

Performs preventive and any other required maintenance on the hyperbaric system.

Assists with the transport of patients as required.

Assists in maintaining an appropriate inventory of all departmental supplies.

Maintains department in a clean, neat and orderly condition.

Reports treatments to be conducted and condition of patients to relief personnel.

Takes an active role in hyperbaric education programs as well as in orienting hospital and other personnel to HBO therapy and the Hyperbaric Medicine Department.

Operates departmental photography equipment and maintains patient's photographic files.

Assists in wound care and performs wound care as appropriate.

Assists with patient prep to include treatment profile.

Performs TCOM monitoring and documents results. 

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)

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