Hyperbaric Technologist
Northeast Baptist Hospital
San Antonio, TX
$25-36/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care
Pay
Benefits
- Health Care FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- Life insurance
Qualifications
- Eligible to work in US
Description
The Hyperbaric Tech administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or GED (General Education Development); Must complete Introductory Hyperbaric Training Course as approved by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology within 90 days of hire.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 1 year experience as a hyperbaric technician.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Wound care, hyperbaric medicine, and/or experience in emergency medicine or acute care hospital strongly preferred.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Must be certified and/or licensed in one of the following vocations or hold a diploma from an accredited institution in one of the following professions to meet the minimum education and experience requirements: Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT), Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS), Certified Hyperbaric and Wound Care Specialist (CHWS), Documented Hyperbaric Medicine Training, Respiratory Therapist; Physician’s Assistant; EMT or Paramedic; Military Corpsman; Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse; Nurse Practitioner; Physician or Physiologist; Certified Nurse Aide, Certified Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician
REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.
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Facility
Northeast Baptist Hospital
3 nurses recommend working with Northeast Baptist Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
Employer
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX
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