Hyperbaric Medical Assistant (HMA / HMA-T)

Better Talent; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Helix Workforce Solutions in Melbourne, FL is hiring a Hyperbaric Medical Assistant Trainee (HMA-T) who will advance to full HMA through a company-funded certification path, earning CHS and CHWS within ~two years.

Under licensed providers, HMAs rotate between wound care and hyperbaric care, assisting with procedures and patient care per strict protocols.

Qualifications

• EMT certification and MA certification/registration required.
• BLS certification at hire or within the first week.
• Comfortable in a clinical environment with direct patient contact.
• Ability to follow written protocol exactly.
• EMT certification preferred and prioritized for hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and treatment rooms; assist providers during wound procedures.
• Perform delegated clinical tasks: dressing changes, wound cleansing, aseptic procedures, documentation
• Record vitals, patient history, and visit documentation in the EHR
• Support the RN Clinical Lead in day-to-day wound-floor operations
• Tend patients through hyperbaric treatments under supervision
• Conduct pre-dive patient screening and grounding checks per SOP; monitor patients during treatment
• Operate chamber support duties and participate in emergency drills
• Maintain treatment logs and safety documentation
• Follow all safety and infection-prevention protocols
• Log clinical hours and complete training modules on schedule

Skills

Patient care

Clinical protocol adherence

EMT preferred

Education

EMT certification

MA certification/registration

BLS certification

Job description

Hyperbaric Medical Assistant (HMA / HMA-T)

• Melbourne, FL

Company Overview

At Helix Workforce Solutions, we're redefining specialty healthcare by partnering with high-performing medical practices that deliver exceptional patient care. Through operational excellence, innovative technology, and a people-first culture, we empower our clinic teams to focus on what matters most, helping patients heal.

Our specialty clinics provide advanced hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) and wound care services in clean, welcoming, and professional environments where every patient is treated with compassion, respect, and excellence. We believe exceptional patient experiences start with exceptional teams, which is why we invest in strong leadership, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

When you join Helix, you'll become part of a growing organization committed to supporting its people, developing future leaders, and creating opportunities to make a meaningful impact every day. If you're passionate about serving others and take pride in delivering operational excellence, you'll find a rewarding career with Helix.

Position Summary

New hires begin as Hyperbaric Medical Assistant Trainees (HMA-T) and advance to the full Hyperbaric Medical Assistant (HMA) role by completing a structured, company-funded certification pathway that includes earning both the Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS) and Certified Hyperbaric & Wound Specialist (CHWS) credentials over approximately two years. Working under the supervision of licensed medical providers, HMAs rotate between the wound care clinic and hyperbaric chamber, assisting with wound procedures, providing direct patient care, and supporting hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatments while following strict clinical and safety protocols. This position reports administratively to the Facility Leader, clinically to the RN Clinical Lead, and operationally to the Lead Chamber Tech/Safety Director. EMT-credentialed candidates are strongly preferred and have the opportunity to pursue an advanced leadership track leading to Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT), Lead Chamber Tech, and Safety Director roles.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients and treatment rooms; assist providers during wound procedures (as a Medical Assistant under physician/NP/PA delegation)

Perform delegated clinical tasks: dressing changes, wound cleansing and preparation, aseptic procedures, measurement and photo documentation

Record vitals, patient history, and visit documentation in the EHR

Support the RN Clinical Lead in day-to-day wound-floor operations

Tend patients through hyperbaric treatments under the oversight of the Lead Chamber Tech / Safety Director (after 40-hour course completion)

Conduct pre-dive patient screening and grounding checks per SOP; monitor patients during treatment

Operate chamber support duties as trained and assigned; participate in emergency drills

Maintain treatment logs and safety documentation

Follow all NFPA 99, facility safety, and infection-prevention protocols without exception

Log clinical hours accurately in the rotation system; complete assigned Trainual modules on schedule and pass competency checks

Deliver the patient experience standard: patients receive attention, dignity, and calm at every touchpoint

Required Qualifications

Current EMT certification, MA certification/registration — required (EMT preferred, in priority order)

BLS current at hire, or earned within the first week of employment; no patient-facing or chamber duty without it

Comfortable in a clinical environment with direct, sustained patient contact

Reliable, coachable, and able to follow written protocol exactly — chamber work is a zero-shortcut discipline

Able to perform the essential functions of a cross-trained rotation, including chamber attendance and (at multiplace facilities) inside-attendant duty under pressure

Meet and maintain the facility's fitness-for-pressure-exposure standard for inside attendants (consistent with UHMS guidance)

All pre-employment requirements per the UrgentFlex HR Baseline (background, drug screening under the chamber-facing zero-tolerance tier, physical capability, right-to-work)

Preferred Qualifications

EMT certification preferred and prioritized for hire

Interest in pursuing the leadership and safety track toward CHT (Certified Hyperbaric Technologist), Lead Chamber Tech, and Safety Director

Previous experience in wound care, hyperbaric medicine, emergency medicine, or a clinical patient care environment

Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety

Ability to thrive in a collaborative, protocol-driven healthcare setting