What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hyperbaric Safety Officer position at St. Joseph's/Candler?
Position Summary
Performs duties under the Medical Director, Program Director, and/or Clinical Coordinator as appropriate for the program. Under general supervision of the Clinical Manager for Specialty Services, is responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems, including the day-to-day maintenance on the hyperbaric chamber (s) and related support systems.
Education
High School Diploma - Preferred
Attend an approved HBO Safety Director Course
Must have completed a National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology approved hyperbaric medicine introductory course.
Maintains and demonstrates competency in BLS (Basic Life Support), infection control, safety and all unit required skill review.
Experience
1-2 Years Patient Care - Required
License & Certification
Professional License with State of Practice - Required
Be certified and or licensed in one of the following vocations:
Respiratory Therapist
Diver Medic- Corpsman (Military)
Medical Services Specialist
EMT
Paramedic
Registered Nurse, LPN, or LVN
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Current Diving Medical Technician (DMT) or Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT). Interim status may be appointment until CHT or DMT certification is attained. Must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
Physician
Physician Assistant
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Athletic Trainer- Nurse Practitioner
Life Support Technician
Physiologist (Exercise or Aerospace)
Researcher (Medical)
Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required
Core Job Functions
Provide leadership and safety training to other hyperbaric personnel. Maintains all safety related standards as required by licensing and regulatory agencies. Work closely with Medical, Program, and Nursing Directors to develop and annually review departmental policies and procedures.
Collaborate with Program Director and DCS Safety Committee to coordinate and approve all chamber upgrades, modifications and repairs. Assumes responsibility for all hyperbaric equipment. Maintain adequate supplies for chamber operation.
Utilizes approved decompression procedures for all persons with hyperbaric exposure to inert gas. Conducts quarterly hyperbaric chamber fire safety drills. Reviews and discusses safety-related events and discusses outcomes to promote learning.
Make recommendations for departmental safety policies and incorporate new procedures as appropriate. Support clinical hyperbaric facility accreditation. Maintain positive working relationship between department and local Fire Marshall, EMS Director and Pressure Vessel inspector.
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