Hyperbaric Chamber Facilities Safety Director
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Hyperbaric Chamber Facilities Safety DirectorLead the safety program for our hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) facilities. The Hyperbaric Chamber Facilities Safety Director develops, implements, and oversees all safety protocols and operational procedures, ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors in full compliance with NFPA 99, UHMS, and OSHA standards.
Position OverviewThe Hyperbaric Chamber Facilities Safety Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all safety protocols and operational procedures within the hyperbaric oxygen therapy facility. The primary goal is to ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, maintaining strict compliance with all relevant local, state, federal, and accrediting body regulations and standards. This role serves as the technical expert and primary point of contact for all safety‑related matters.
Reports To Chief Medical Officer / VP of Operations
Job Type Full-Time
Location All Facility Locations
Effective Date 06/12/2026
Key Responsibilities Safety Program Management & Compliance- Lead the hyperbaric safety program, developing, reviewing, and updating departmental safety policies and procedures in collaboration with medical and facility leadership.
- Ensure full compliance with NFPA 99, Chapter 14 for multiplace and monoplace chambers, UHMS guidelines, and OSHA regulations.
- Serve on the clinical safety or environment of care committee, representing the hyperbaric facility.
- Conduct and coordinate regular chamber and facility‑specific safety drills (e.g., fire, equipment failure) to improve staff response to emergencies.
- Review all department safety incidents, collect information regarding equipment/patient/staff safety, report relevant incidents, and assist the Medical Director in documenting safety‑related events.
- Ensure the safe and effective operation, maintenance, and testing of all hyperbaric chamber systems and related support equipment (e.g., oxygen supply systems, patient monitoring systems).
- Evaluate all equipment and supplies intended for use inside or around the chambers, with the authority to restrict or remove any potentially hazardous items.
- Coordinate and approve all chamber upgrades, modifications, and repairs, ensuring they meet safety standards, and work closely with facility maintenance personnel and outside contractors.
- Maintain comprehensive maintenance logs and safety records.
- Provide leadership and safety training to all hyperbaric associates, new employees, and patients.
- Conduct in‑service education sessions related to hyperbarics, safety protocols, and new procedures.
- Orient and educate patients about hyperbaric oxygen therapy procedures and safety protocols.
- Proactively cross‑train team members across safety, equipment, and clinical functions to build redundancy and ensure consistent coverage.
- Provide ongoing education to staff and patients regarding hyperbaric safety protocols and procedures.
- Coordinate departmental scheduling and staff/chamber operator assignments to ensure adequate daily coverage of facility operations.
- Own and proactively manage the coverage schedule, anticipating staffing gaps and arranging cross‑coverage as needed.
- Market and promote hyperbaric services during downtime and as otherwise needed to support facility growth and community awareness.
- Own and proactively manage the HBOT patient tracker journey, ensuring patients are accurately tracked through the full course of care.
- Report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for hyperbaric operations on a regular basis.
- Directly supervise chamber operators and provide overall leadership and…
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