Who We Are:People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Ottumwa Regional Health Center provides a wide range of health services, including emergency medicine, critical care services, medical/surgical, acute rehabilitation, obstetrics, and pediatrics, as well as specialty services such as cardiac catheterization, diagnostic and therapeutic radiological services, wound care, pain clinic, sleep lab, pathology, and so much more.Where We Are:Ottumwa is a center for cultural and commercial development known for its low cost of living, abundant recreation and entertainment, and outstanding education and healthcare facilities. You'll find something new and exciting to do every day in Ottumwa where there is always a new adventure awaiting on the other side of the bridge.Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
- Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
- And much more...
Position Summary: The Hyperbaric Tech, under the direction of the Program Director of the Hyperbaric Medicine Department, administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Physician or Non-Physician Provider.Minimum Qualifications:EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Completion of Introductory Hyperbaric Training Course, as approved by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology, Department of Defense, American College of Hyperbaric Medicine or Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society within 90 days of hire.
- Pre or post hire completion of an approved Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) Safety course. If pre-hire, the course completion must be within the past 5 years from date of hire. If post-hire, completion must be within 180 days of hire.
- Current healthcare professional certification or license - to maintain throughout the duration of employment in this role. This applies to:
- Respiratory Therapist
- Military: Corpsman or Medical Services Specialist
- Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic
- Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Certified Hyperbaric Specialist
- Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse
- Certified or Registered Medical Assistant -must become Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS) within one year of hire
- Certified Hyperbaric Technologist
- Certified Nursing Assistant - must become Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS) within one year of hire
- Certified Hyperbaric Wound Specialist
- Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant
- Or completion of Hyperbaric Training from US Department of Defense (DOD):
- g. US Navy, Army or Coast Guard Diver (1rst Class, 2nd Class or Master designation)
- or US Air Force Aerospace Physiology Specialist
- Maintains and demonstrates competency in BLS (Basic Life Support), infections control, safety and all unit required skill review.
- Complete competencies skill checklist
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE
- Active license/certificate as applicable in one of the above disciplines.
EEOC Statement:Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)