Advanced Wound Care and HBO Technician - PRN Days | San Antonio Med Center Rehab

PAM Health Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital of San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Wound Care and HBO Technician supports providers in wound care and hyperbaric oxygen settings and helps the clinic make appropriate use of advanced modalities. The technician observes wounds and patients for changes that may indicate candidacy for advanced treatment and reports those observations to the provider. Daily work includes assisting with dressing changes and procedures, supporting hyperbaric oxygen treatments, and maintaining accurate records of utilization and outcomes that support clinic operations and patient volume. All clinical duties are performed under the supervision of a provider or licensed clinician, within the technician’s certified scope of practice, and only after the corresponding competency has been validated and documented.

Requirements

BLS certification.
Sound observation, documentation, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Active Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) certification, or CNA certification where scope and competencies support the role, is preferred.
Patient Care Technician (PCT) with hospital-based experience may be considered.
One or more years of experience in wound care, hyperbaric medicine, or a related clinical support setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist providers or licensed clinicians during dressing changes, debridement, and wound care procedures by preparing the sterile or clean field, setting up instruments and supplies, and handing off materials as directed.
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and supplies, and maintain a clean and safe clinical area.
Room patients, obtain and record vital signs, and assist with wound measurement and clinical photography as directed by the provider.
Position and prepare patients for treatment, and provide patient education and reassurance within the technician’s scope.
Know the indications and contraindications for available skin substitutes, cellular and tissue-based products, and other advanced modalities.
Observe for patients who may be candidates for advanced modalities and report findings to the provider, who makes the clinical decision.
Track patient eligibility and prior authorization requirements for advanced products.
Coordinate product ordering, storage, inventory, and expiration management.
Support hyperbaric treatments, including pre-treatment safety checks, patient screening, and removal of prohibited items according to protocol.
Assist with chamber setup, patient monitoring, and treatment documentation according to protocol.
Know hyperbaric oxygen indications, contraindications, safety principles, and emergency procedures.
Recognize and report signs of barotrauma, oxygen toxicity, and other treatment-related complications to the supervising clinician.
Maintain tracking logs for applications performed, product utilization, patient outcomes, and denials and appeals.
Assist providers with documentation required for reimbursement and regulatory compliance.
Prepare or contribute to monthly reports for leadership and medical directors.
Identify opportunities to grow the program and improve use of advanced modalities, and report them to clinic leadership.
Maintain a high level of customer service through courtesy, compassion, and positive communication.
Promote PAM Health’s mission and vision in the work environment and community.
Respect dignity and confidentiality by following applicable policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively with medical providers, case managers, patient assessment coordinators, and wound care managers, including frequent, tactful, diplomatic, clear, and concise communication.
Promote customer satisfaction by providing prompt and courteous service to internal and external customers.
Work in a manner that promotes safety and wear clothing appropriate to the job.
Participate in OSHA-required training.
Follow universal precautions as appropriate and comply with Employee Health requirements for continued employment.
Report unsafe practices to management and know one’s role in an emergency.

Benefits

Medical benefits, including EPO/HDHP/HSA options, prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc.
Dental and vision benefits.
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, legal, and financial services.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Life and disability insurance.
Continuing education and tuition assistance.
Supplemental accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options.
Auto, home, cell phone, and gym membership discounts.
Personal travel discounts.
Employee bonus referral program.
401(k) plans with discretionary employer match.
Paid benefit time.