Hyperbaric Technician (HBOT)

Accelecare Wound Centers • New York, NY

271d • $27 - $35

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current healthcare professional certification or license as applicable in state of practice.
• Two (2) or more years' experience in healthcare preferred.
• Prior experience in wound or critical care preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.
• 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.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite skills (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Prepares, educates and orients patients about the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.
• Administers the hyperbaric oxygen therapy as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider to the patient.
• Monitors and controls the performance of the hyperbaric chamber equipment.
• Monitors the patient(s)' responses during the session and makes proper adjustments to ensure the patient's safety.
• Makes appropriate data entries for daily hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits.
• Keeps complete and accurate patient records as they pertain to treatment documentation.
• Operates and maintains the hyperbaric chamber and other hyperbaric support oxygen systems.
• Assists in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training is completed.
• Participates in the safety program activities such as assisting with safety drills.
• May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate ranging between $27.76-$35.70 per hour.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED