Hyperbaric and Safety Technician - Wound Center

Rome Health; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Rome Health is seeking a Hyperbaric and Safety Technician (LPN) to join the Wound Care Center. The role focuses on safe HBO therapy delivery, wound care support, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.

Responsibilities include operating hyperbaric chambers, educating patients, documenting treatments, and ensuring safety standards are met. Strong collaboration with the wound care team is essential.

Qualifications

• Current New York State LPN license is required.
• HBO Safety Course completed within the past five years or pre/post hire training.
• Introductory Hyperbaric Medicine course from a recognized organization.
• Wound care/hyperbaric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor hyperbaric chambers during HBO treatments.
• Prepare, educate, and orient patients for hyperbaric therapy and transfers.
• Monitor patients and adjust care for safety and effectiveness.
• Document HBO treatments and wound care visits accurately.
• Maintain hyperbaric equipment, supplies, and treatment areas per safety standards.
• Lead the hyperbaric and safety program, including drills and emergency preparedness.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 99 hyperbaric safety standards.
• Assist with insurance verifications for HBO and wound care.
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, and wound care team for quality care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient safety

Wound care support

Team collaboration

Documentation

Clinical monitoring

Equipment handling

Education

New York State LPN license

HBO Safety Course (within 5 years)

Intro Hyperbaric Medicine course (recognized org)

Tools

Hyperbaric chamber operation

NFPA 99 compliance knowledge

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.