Hyperbaric Oxygen Technician: Chamber Ops & Safety Pro

UTMB Health; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX is seeking a Hyperbaric Technician to operate hyperbaric chambers and deliver oxygen therapies as prescribed by physicians. You will maintain chamber systems, logs, and safety protocols under the Medical Director and provide essential patient care in a high-safety environment.

The role requires CHt certification, BLS, and Safe Director training where applicable, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, documentation, and compliance with NFPA 99 and facility policies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of approved UHMS / NBDHMT / DoD introductory course pre/post hire.
• Hyperbaric Chambers Acrylics course training.
• Existing Safe Director training or completion required.
• Certification as a hyperbaric technician (CHT) is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Completes initial/annual skills check lists as required by the facility.

Responsibilities

• Operates hyperbaric chambers and ensures patient safety during treatment.
• Interprets meter readings related to chamber pressure.
• Performs line-up, shutdown and other standard procedures.
• Maintains accurate patient records for hyperbaric treatments.
• Maintains expendable supply requirements.
• Performs maintenance of hyperbaric chambers and related equipment.
• Ensures department safety compliance with NFPA 99 standards.
• Documents and reports safety incidents and participates in training.
• Assists health care team and prepares patients for procedures.
• Performs Point of Care Testing and collects lab samples as needed.

Education

High School diploma or GED

UHMS/NBDHMT/DoD introductory course

Hyperbaric Chambers Acrylics course training

Safe Director training

Certified Hyperbaric Technician (CHT)

BLS certification

Initial/annual skills check lists

Job description

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX is seeking a Hyperbaric Technician to operate hyperbaric chambers and deliver oxygen therapies as prescribed by physicians. You will maintain chamber systems, logs, and safety protocols under the Medical Director and provide essential patient care in a high-safety environment.

The role requires CHt certification, BLS, and Safe Director training where applicable, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, documentation, and compliance with NFPA 99 and facility policies.