Hyperbaric Technician

Novant Health; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health in Bluffton, SC is seeking a dedicated Hyperbaric Technician to join our wound care team. You will operate hyperbaric chambers, monitor patients, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to deliver safe treatments for chronic wounds and related conditions.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, plus medical field experience and specialized hyperbaric training when possible. This PRN position offers weekend-free hours and a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; LPN or EMT/Paramedic preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in the medical field.
• Licensed Practical Nurse or EMT/Paramedic preferred.
• Complete NBDHMT/UHMS approved hyperbaric medicine introductory course.
• Certificate of competency in transcutaneous oximetry monitoring required.
• Upon eligibility, pursue CHt certification and maintain.
• Complete an 8-hour wound care course and a preceptorship with a certified wound care nurse.
• Must have patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor hyperbaric chambers safely.
• Prepare patients and check safety protocols.
• Monitor during dive cycle for oxygen toxicity or barotrauma.
• Perform safety checks and maintenance on equipment.
• Log treatment data and vital signs.
• Assist with patient transfers and wound dressing.
• Respond to emergencies per clinic protocols.

Skills

NBDHMT course

Transcutaneous oximetry

CHT Certification

Wound care training

Patient care

Emergency medicine

Hyperbaric diving

Education

High School or GED

LPN or EMT/Paramedic

Job description

What We Offer

We are seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Hyperbaric Technician to join our premier wound care team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of patient healing, operating our state-of-the-art hyperbaric oxygen therapy chambers. You will work closely with physicians and nursing staff to deliver safe, compassionate, and highly effective treatments to patients dealing with chronic wounds, carbon monoxide poisoning, tissue damage, and other specialized conditions. If you are a safety-conscious professional who thrives in a collaborative, patient-centered environment, we want you on our team.

Location: Wound Healing Center - Bluffton Medical Campus

Address: 75 Baylor Dr Suite 190, Bluffton, SC 29910

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm, no weekends, holidays, or on call!

Status: PRN

What You'll Do

• Chamber Operation & Safety: Safely operate, monitor, and maintain monoplace or multiplace hyperbaric chambers in strict accordance with safety standards and prescription parameters.
• Patient Preparation: Prepare patients for treatment by reinforcing safety protocols, checking for prohibited items, taking vital signs, and ensuring optimal physical and psychological comfort.
• System Monitoring: Continuously monitor patients during the dive cycle for signs of oxygen toxicity, barotrauma, or anxiety, communicating effectively through the chamber intercom.
• Maintenance & Quality Control: Perform daily, weekly, and monthly safety checks, gas logs, and preventive maintenance on hyperbaric equipment; immediately report any mechanical or safety deviations.
• Clinical Documentation: Accurately log treatment pressures, dive times, patient responses, and vital signs.
• Emergency Response: Maintain absolute readiness to execute emergency decompression or evacuation procedures according to established clinic protocols.
• Team Collaboration: Assist wound care nurses and physicians with patient transfers, positioning, and basic wound dressing changes as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School or GED required. Vocational / Technical LPN or EMT/Paramedic, preferred.
• Experience: 2 years In the medical field, required.
• Licensure/Certification: Licensed Practical nurse or EMT/Paramedic, preferred.
• Additional Skills/Requirements (required):
  • Successful completion of a NBDHMT/UHMS approved hyperbaric medicine introductory course.
  • Must obtain certificate of competency in transcutaneous oximetry monitoring.
  • Upon eligibility, must obtain certification for Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) and maintain certification.
  • Must complete an 8 hour wound care course and a preceptorship with a certified wound care nurse.
  • Must have patient care experience.
• Additional Skills/Requirements (preferred):Emergency medicine and/or hyperbaric diving experience.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

172309