Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Technician

Novant Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Hyperbaric Technician to support safe and efficient delivery of hyperbaric oxygen therapy. You will prepare and monitor patients and equipment, maintain a safe treatment environment, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the clinical team to provide high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include chamber preparation, safety checks, patient education, and coordination with the care team to ensure smooth clinic operations and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Requires patient care experience.
• Education: High School or GED required; LPN/EMT/Paramedic preferred.
• Must complete hyperbaric medicine introductory course (NBDHMT/UHMS).
• Certificate of competency in transcutaneous oximetry monitoring required.
• Eligibility for CHt certification and ongoing maintenance.
• Must complete 8-hour wound care course and preceptorship with a certified wound care nurse.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hyperbaric chambers and equipment for daily patient treatments.
• Perform safety checks and inspections before, during, and after treatments.
• Prepare patients and educate on the treatment process and safety requirements.
• Monitor patients and maintain communication during treatment.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the clinical team.
• Clean, inspect, and maintain hyperbaric equipment and treatment areas.
• Follow infection prevention, patient safety, fire safety, and hyperbaric safety standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and wound care specialists to coordinate care.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating patient treatments to support clinic operations.
• Maintain required certifications, competencies, and continuing education.

Skills

Patient care experience

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Communication with patients

Education

High School or GED

LPN or EMT/Paramedic (preferred)

Job description

Novant Health is seeking a Hyperbaric Technician to support safe and efficient delivery of hyperbaric oxygen therapy. You will prepare and monitor patients and equipment, maintain a safe treatment environment, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the clinical team to provide high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include chamber preparation, safety checks, patient education, and coordination with the care team to ensure smooth clinic operations and ongoing education.