NC094 HBO Tech

Healogics, LLC.; Murphy (NC); On-site; USD 32,428 - 40,487; Full time

Job summary

Healogics, LLC. is looking for a Hyperbaric Technician in Murphy, North Carolina, to administer hyperbaric oxygen therapy and ensure patient safety while operating hyperbaric equipment. The role involves educating patients, monitoring treatment, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualified candidates must possess a high school diploma, relevant healthcare certification, and ideally have at least two years of healthcare experience. This position offers a competitive hourly rate between $23.54 and $29.39.

Qualifications

• Must have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Two or more years of experience in healthcare preferred.
• Experience in wound or critical care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients.
• Monitor and control hyperbaric chamber performance.
• Maintain patient records and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Hyperbaric equipment troubleshooting

Customer service skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Current healthcare professional certification or license

Completion of Hyperbaric Training

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Wound management software applications

Job description

The rewards at Healogics are immense, starting with the important work we do to change patients’ lives. We also understand that meaningful work is hard work, and we are committed to supporting and compensating our employees for the tremendous service they provide.

Healogics is the largest provider of advanced wound care services in the United States, treating more than 300,000 chronic wound patients annually across over 600 sites. With an aging society, obesity and diabetes on the rise, and an uptick in surgical procedures, the number of patients with non‑healing wounds that would benefit from expert care is dramatically increasing. As a result, the company is working to provide our differentiated, quality outcomes to as many patients that would benefit through our out‑patient clinic partnerships.

Reporting to the Program Director, the Hyperbaric Technician administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider. This position is responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems, as well as for the safe delivery of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to the hyperbaric patient.

All Healogics employees must perform their job responsibilities according to all Healogics policies, Hospital policies, as well as to accrediting organizations, federal and state regulation, and to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, as applicable.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Prepares, educates and orients patients about the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. This includes lifting or transferring patients per local policy, getting them ready for treatment administration and answering their questions.
• Administers the hyperbaric oxygen therapy as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider to the patient. This includes monitoring and controlling the performance of the hyperbaric chamber equipment, as well as monitoring the patient(s) responses during the session and making proper adjustments to ensure the patient’s safety and the safe and effective use of the equipment.
• Makes appropriate data entries for daily hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits and keeps complete and accurate patient records as they pertain to treatment documentation, including photo uploading.
• Operates and maintains the hyperbaric chamber and other hyperbaric support oxygen systems as required.
• Assists in vein clinic as assigned after completion of Healogics Vein Clinic training.
• Participates in the safety program activities such as assisting with safety drills.
• If CMA or LPN, may function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Education, Experience, and Credentials

• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Development).
• Current healthcare professional certification or license as applicable in the state of practice – to maintain throughout the duration of employment in this role.
• Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Military: Corpsman or Medical Services Specialist.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic.
• Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
• Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS).
• Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse (CHRN).
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA).
• Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT).
• Certified or Licensed Nursing Assistant (CNA or LNA).
• Certified Hyperbaric Wound Specialist (CHWS).
• Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant (PT or PTA).
• Completion of Hyperbaric Training from U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) such as Navy, Army, Coast Guard Diver (1st Class, 2nd Class or Master designation) or Air Force Aerospace Physiology Specialist.
• Exception: For Ohio, current Ohio license as Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Respiratory Therapist or Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) as approved by NBDHMT.
• Pre or post‑hire completion of Introductory Hyperbaric Training Course, as approved by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology, Department of Defense, American College of Hyperbaric Medicine or Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society.
• Minimum of two (2) or more years’ experience in healthcare (preferred).
• Prior experience in wound or critical care (preferred).

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification – to be maintained throughout employment.
• Initial and ongoing work‑related competencies.
• Hyperbaric equipment and systems troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Organization and time‑management skills.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Customer service and follow‑up skills.
• Ability to stay calm and relax patients.
• Working knowledge of software applications for wound management (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Physical Demands

• Being in a stationary position for extended periods (4 hours or more).
• Keying frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more.
• Moving about.
• Detecting sounds by ear.
• Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance.
• Pushing/pulling.
• Bending/stooping.
• Communicating.
• Close, distance and peripheral vision.
• Reaching/grasping/touching with hands.

Work Environment

• Primarily indoors.
• Patient care environment.
• Exposure to hazards (blood‑borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc.).
• Exposure to mechanical equipment.
• Proximity to moving objects.
• Electrical current.

The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $23.54 and $29.39 Per Hour.

This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications: education, experience, geography and other considerations permitted by law.