HBO Tech

Healogics • Louisville, KY

2d

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 more than 600 sites. The company partners with outpatient clinics to extend access to its differentiated, quality wound care outcomes as the number of people who may benefit from expert treatment increases.

Reporting to the Program Director, the Hyperbaric Technician administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider. The role is responsible for the safe and effective operation of hyperbaric chambers and related support systems, and for the safe delivery of therapy to patients. Employees must follow Healogics and hospital policies, applicable accreditation requirements, federal and state regulations, and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services guidelines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current healthcare professional certification or license, as applicable in the state of practice, maintained throughout employment. Accepted credentials include Respiratory Therapist (RRT); military Corpsman or Medical Services Specialist; EMT or Paramedic; RN, LPN, or LVN; CHS; CHRN; CMA or RMA; CHT; CNA or LNA; CHWS; PT or PTA; or completion of qualifying U.S. Department of Defense hyperbaric training.
• For Ohio, a current Ohio license as an RN, LPN/LVN, or Respiratory Therapist, or CHT certification approved by the NBDHMT.
• Complete an introductory hyperbaric training course before or after hire, approved by the NBDHMT, Department of Defense, American College of Hyperbaric Medicine, or Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification, maintained throughout employment.
• Maintain 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 remain calm and help patients relax.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of healthcare experience preferred.
• Prior wound care or critical care experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of software applications for wound management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, educate, and orient patients for hyperbaric oxygen therapy, including preparing them for treatment, answering questions, and lifting or transferring patients according to local policy.
• Administer hyperbaric oxygen therapy as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider.
• Monitor and control hyperbaric chamber equipment, observe patients’ responses during treatment, and make appropriate adjustments to promote patient safety and effective equipment use.
• Enter daily hyperbaric treatment and wound care clinic data and maintain complete, accurate patient records, including uploading photos.
• Operate and maintain the hyperbaric chamber and related oxygen support systems.
• Assist in the vein clinic after completing Healogics Vein Clinic training, as assigned.
• Participate in safety program activities, including assisting with safety drills.
• If a CMA or LPN, perform documentation assistant (scribe) duties in accordance with Healogics policy.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED