Hyperbaric Technician (LPN) - Full Time, Days - Guthrie Health : Job Details

Guthrie Cortland Medical Center (GCMC) is searching for a compassionate & skilled Hyperbaric Technician to provide exceptional care in our Wound Care office in Cortland, NY. This position is full time working on days. While not required it is strongly preferred that candidates have a valid License Practical Nurse license.

Perks of Being an Hyperbaric Technician @ Guthrie:

* Medical, and Dental Insurance effective the 1st of the month following date of hire.

* Generous PTO Package

* 403b Retirement Plan with Company Matching

* Up to $7,500 annually towards Tuition Reimbursement Program

* Comprehensive Orientation and Nurses Training

* Advancement Opportunities locally and within the Guthrie system.

* Substantial Employee Referral Program

* Friendly, Supportive and Diverse Work Family

* Quiet Suburban Neighborhood

The Guthrie Clinic has been named one of Becker's 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare for 2023

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Program Director of the Guthrie Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine Center, the Hyperbaric Technician administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Physician. Operates and maintains the hyperbaric chamber(s) and associated systems and equipment. Assists in the delivery of patient care appropriate to the level of his/her medical training.

Education, License, & Cert:

* High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

* One-year experience in healthcare field preferred but not required

Licenses & Certifications:

* LPN - license based on corresponding position location preferred but not required

* Basic Life Support; Emergency Med Tech

Essential Functions:

* Assists in maintaining an appropriate inventory of all departmental supplies.

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

* Assists with transport of patients as required.

* Carries out hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment protocols as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Physician. Explains purpose and procedure of hyperbaric treatment of the patient.

* Maintains department in a clean, neat and orderly condition.

* Maintains operating, maintenance and safety logs and other required documentation. Signs all logs as specified in departmental policy and procedure.

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

* Observes the patients and the hyperbaric systems during the course of hyperbaric oxygen treatment. Reports unusual occurrences to hyperbaric physician and records patients' condition.

* Operates departmental photography equipment and maintains patients' photographic files as prescribed in departmental policy and procedure.

Other Duties:

* Adheres to and enforces hospital dress code policy. Attends mandatory hospital education.

* Attends unit meetings per unit standard. Participates in hospital committees as designated.

* Participates in unit Quality Assurance and Improvement.

* Performs additional duties as requested.

Patient Contact:

* Provides direct care to patients of all ages and interacts with family member when needed.

Working Conditions:

* Normal office environment. Artificially well-lighted, well ventilated area.

Mental Demands:

* Requires problem-solving skills and the ability to concentrate on details.

* Requires the ability to communicate effectively and be self-directed to a large degree.

Quality Statement:

Caregivers must be active participants in quality improvement processes:

* Identifying areas where quality improvement processes can be applied.

* Collecting & organizing quality measurement data.

* Participating on Quality Teams

Job Hazards:

* Little or no exposure (actual or potential) to health or accident hazards.

Internal Contacts:

* Daily contact with clients at all levels, including managers and employees.

Physical Demands:

* Normal standing, sitting, stooping, lifting, pushing, or walking.

Exposure Category:

* Tasks involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or other tissues, and communicable diseases.

External Contacts:

* Frequent contact with visitors, community agency reps and other healthcare related orgs.

The payrate for this position is $16.00 - $22.37.