Hyperbaric Technician

The rewards at Healogics are immense, starting with the important work we do to change patients’ lives. We also understand that meaningful work is hard work, and we are committed to supporting and compensating our employees for the tremendous service they provide. Healogics is the largest provider of advanced wound care services in the United States, treating more than 300,000 chronic wound patients annually across over 600 sites. With an aging society, obesity and diabetes on the rise, and an uptick in surgical procedures, the number of patients with non‑healing wounds that would benefit from expert care is dramatically increasing. As a result, the company is working to provide our differentiated, quality outcomes to as many patients that would benefit through our out‑patient clinic partnerships. Responsibilities Perform hyperbaric chamber operator duties, including preparing, educating and orienting patients; lifting or transferring patients per local policy; getting them ready for treatment; and answering their questions. Administer hyperbaric oxygen therapy as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider, monitoring and controlling equipment performance and patient responses during each session and adjusting as necessary to ensure safety and effectiveness. Make appropriate data entries for daily hyperbaric treatments and wound‑care clinic visits and keep complete and accurate patient records. Operate and maintain hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support oxygen systems as required. Participate in the safety program, conducting safety drills and working with facility management and medical personnel to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations. Manage all hyperbaric equipment and supplies, ensuring safe and effective operation; evaluate equipment and supplies before they enter the chamber; restrict or remove hazardous items. Coordinate and approve all hyperbaric chamber upgrades, modifications, and repairs with the Program Director and Healogics, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Develop and annually revise department policies and procedures and operation and maintenance documents with medical, program and nursing senior management. Lead hyperbaric safety program activities and initiatives, maintaining a safe environment, reviewing incidents, providing training, conducting drills, informing personnel of special work conditions, and assisting the Medical Director with safety‑related events. Maintain department compliance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 99 health‑care facilities code and other relevant safety regulations. Serve on the hospital’s safety or environment‑of‑care committee as appropriate. If certified as a CMA or LPN, assist the Medical Director in documentation and scribe duties per Healogics policy. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED (General Education Development). Current Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) or Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS) certification preferred. Pre‑ or post‑hire completion of an approved Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) Safety course (within 5 years of hire if pre‑hired). Pre‑ or post‑hire completion of an approved Hyperbaric Medicine Introductory course from recognized professional societies. Current healthcare professional certification or license in the state of practice, maintained throughout employment. Eligible professional designations include: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Military Corpsman or Medical Services Specialist Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS) Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse (CHRN) Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) Certified Hyperbaric Wound Specialist (CHWS) Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Completion of hyperbaric training from U.S. Department of Defense programs (U.S. Navy, Army, Coast Guard, or U.S. Air Force). Two (2) or more years’ experience in healthcare preferred; prior wound or critical‑care experience preferred; prior supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification, maintained throughout employment. Proficiency in troubleshooting hyperbaric equipment and related systems. Attention to detail and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment. Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Basic math, organization and time‑management skills. Problem‑solving and customer service skills. Ability to keep calm and relax patients. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Physical Demands Stationary position for extended periods (4 hours or more). Key frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more. Moving about, lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance, pushing/pulling, bending/stooping. Communicating; close, distance and peripheral vision; reaching, grasping, touching with hands; detecting sounds by ear. Work Environment Primarily indoors, patient care environment. Exposure to hazards such as blood‑borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, mechanical equipment, moving objects, and electrical current. The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $28.26 and $37.39 per hour. This range is an estimate based on potential employee qualifications, education, experience, geography, and operational needs, as permitted by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr