Hyperbaric Technician Full time

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. 
 
If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

200 Bowman Drive

Remote Type:

On-Site

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

40

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Summary:

Chamber Operator for Hyperbaric Therapy treatments to include preparation of patient and chamber for treatment, continuously monitoring patient during treatment, mechanical operation of chamber and patient care needs of hyperbaric therapy.

Position Responsibilities:

• Chamber Operation- Pressurization, Treatment, Decompression, cleaning, inspection, maintenance, daily quality log documentation, TCPO2 Testing.

• Patient Care- Safety checklist, patient evaluation  pre/post treatment, Blood sugar , vital signs,  wound measurements, patient monitoring, treatment documentation, patient education, provide wound care , assist RN/Wound Care Coordinators with patient visits & procedures.

• Quality performance, document review, safety checklists, stocking/ordering of unit supplies and HBO2 products.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

1 year of LPN experience desired.

HBO2 Therapy experience desired.

Required Education:

HBO2 Training Program through accredited program desired.

BLS, High School/Equivalent Diploma.

LPN vocational graduate.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

Licensed LPN in state of NJ.

Board Certification as HBO2 Technician within 1 year of hire desired (CHT).

HBO2 Training Program through accredited program required within 3 months of hire.

BLS certified.

Hourly Rate: $26.00 - $39.11 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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