Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

July 29, 2024

Department:

31005315 AHMHI HBOT MPLS

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

SEIU-4-Abbott Northwestern Residual Workers

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Performs personal care, observes/collects patient data, documents, and assures patient safety throughout the procedure. Administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy under the supervision of a hyperbaric RN and/or physician.

Key Position Details:

• 1.0 FTE, 8-hour, day shifts and no weekends
• SEIU represented role

Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities

• Makes observations, collects health status data, reports and documents findings.
  • Completes measurements including temperature, radial pulse, blood pressure, respirations, weight, intake and output, and check glucose.
  • Prepares the hyperbaric chamber, equipment, and materials as needed for patients undergoing hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
  • Reports immediately to the hyperbaric supervisor or physician regarding any observations/health status data that are not within normal limits for the patient or are significantly changed.
  • Reports patient needs/questions to the appropriate nurse.
  • Documents according to documentation guidelines.
• Performs personal care/interventions.
  • Carries out hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment protocols as prescribed by the hyperbaric certified physician.
  • Observes and records patient's condition and hyperbaric systems during the course of hyperbaric oxygen treatment.
  • Reports unusual occurrences to the hyperbaric supervisor and physician.
  • Completes interventions as needed.
  • Distributes and sets up water, snacks, and assists patients according to diet/intake order for the patient and feeding needs of the patient.
  • Assists patient with grooming and hygiene needs, maintains skin integrity, personal comfort, and population specific needs of the patient. These include: oral hygiene, linen change, bathing, AM/PM and HS care, assistance with bedpan, urinal, commode, catheter, dressing, application of support hose and braces, implements toileting routine as designated in plan of care.
  • Provides assistance with ambulation, transfer, positioning, and ROM according to activity order and needs of the patient.
  • Implements activities of fall prevention plan as specified in plan of care including frequent observation and supervision in the bathroom.
  • Collects and saves specimens.
  • Provides assistance to the nurse for admission, transfer, discharge, and post-mortem care.
  • Notifies hyperbaric supervisor/physician immediately of changes in patient condition.
• Maintains patient and employee safety.
  • Develops and maintains an environment that is safe for patients, visitors and employees
  • Uses proper transfer and lifting equipment and body mechanics.
  • Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Maintains operation, maintenance, and safety logs and other required documentation.
  • Cleans/disinfects hyperbaric chamber, equipment and gurney as needed in between patients.
  • May function as a Hazardous Waste Handler, including properly identifying, segregating, and disposing of hazardous waste, ensures container integrity, knows emergency response procedures to spills, fires, and evacuation procedures.
• Ensures medication security and transport.
  • May transport filled prescriptions to the station where patient is located.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Vocational or Technical Training as an Emergency Medical Technician required or
• Associate's or Vocational degree as a Respiratory Therapist preferred
• Certified Hyperbaric Technologist - National Board of Diving & Hyperbaric Medical Technology required within 1-1/2 Yrs
• BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required

Physical Demands
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently