Hyperbaric and Safety Technician - Wound Center

Romehosp; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rome Health is seeking a Hyperbaric and Safety Technician (LPN) to join our Wound Care Center. This role focuses on safe HBO therapy delivery, patient education, and maintaining a secure clinical environment.

The ideal candidate holds an NY LPN license, HBO safety training, and an introductory Hyperbaric Medicine course, with a commitment to patient safety and high-quality wound care. On-site role with a collaborative wound care team.

Qualifications

• Current New York State LPN license is required.
• Completion of an HBO Safety Course (pre- or post-hire).
• Completion of an introductory Hyperbaric Medicine course.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor hyperbaric chambers and related oxygen systems during HBO treatments.
• Prepare, educate, and orient patients for hyperbaric therapy and safe transfers.
• Monitor patients during treatment and adjust as needed for safety and effectiveness.
• Document HBO treatments, wound care visits, and patient responses.
• Maintain hyperbaric equipment, supplies, and treatment areas to safety standards.
• Inspect equipment to ensure suitability for hyperbaric use and coordinate repairs.
• Lead the department's hyperbaric and safety program, including drills and training.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 99 and other safety standards.
• Assist with insurance verification for HBO and other wound care treatments.
• Collaborate with providers and nurses to support quality patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Safety training

Education

New York LPN license

HBO Safety Course

Intro Hyperbaric Medicine course

Job description

Hyperbaric and Safety Technician

Rome Health is seeking a Hyperbaric and Safety Technician (LPN) to join our Wound Care Center. This position plays a key role in providing safe, effective hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy while supporting wound care operations and maintaining a safe clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor hyperbaric chambers and related oxygen systems during HBO treatments.
• Prepare, educate, and orient patients for hyperbaric therapy, including safe lifting and transfers as needed.
• Monitor patients throughout treatment and make appropriate adjustments to ensure safety and treatment effectiveness.
• Accurately document HBO treatments, wound care visits, and patient responses.
• Maintain hyperbaric equipment, supplies, and treatment areas in accordance with safety standards.
• Inspect equipment and supplies to ensure they are appropriate for use in the hyperbaric environment.
• Coordinate equipment repairs, upgrades, and modifications with department leadership and facility personnel.
• Lead and maintain the department's hyperbaric and safety program, including safety drills and emergency preparedness.
• Ensure compliance with applicable hyperbaric safety standards, including NFPA 99.
• Review safety events, identify opportunities for improvement, and provide staff education and in-service training.
• Assist with insurance verification and authorizations for HBO and other advanced wound care treatments.
• Assist with wound care intake, discharge, documentation, and case management within LPN scope of practice and under RN direction.
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, and other members of the wound care team to support quality patient care.
• Perform other duties as assigned or delegated.

Required Qualifications

• Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license - required.
• .Completion of an approved HBO Safety Course, either before or after hire.
• • Pre-hire course must have been completed within the past five years.
  • Post-hire training will be provided if needed.
• Completion of an approved introductory Hyperbaric Medicine course through a recognized organization such as the Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society, National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology, Department of Defense, or American College of Hyperbaric Medicine.
  • Post-hire training will be provided if needed.

Preferred: Previous experience in wound care, hyperbaric medicine, or a related clinical setting.

Join Rome Health and become an integral part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional wound care and patient safety.