WOUND CARE TECHNICIAN, FH - WOUND HEALING PROGRAM

Froedtert • Milwaukee, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Wound Care Technician assists wound care providers during patient exams and plays an essential role in patient care by preparing exam rooms, assisting patients with mobility needs by safely using a Hoyer lift for transfers and positioning, performing select wound care procedures, and supporting providers during examinations. Under the license of a Wound and Ostomy (WOCN) practitioner, the Wound Care Technician gains expertise in the management of various types of wounds. This role offers the opportunity to learn about different wound types and the appropriate treatments to promote healing, prevent complications, and improve the overall health of patients with acute or chronic wounds. Primary responsibilities include performing dressing changes, measuring wounds, maintaining photographic documentation, applying and removing advanced wound dressings, administering compression therapy, and supporting procedures like ultrasonic and nonselective debridement. The Wound Care Technician is required to be enrolled in the department’s orientation to develop the competencies and clinical skills needed to effectively support the WOCN practitioner and independently perform essential tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Surgical Technician or EMT education program is required
• Current State of Wisconsin Certification as a Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program (Associate, Diploma or Certificate) is required
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an outpatient health care setting
• 1 year of experience in a wound care setting
• Proficiency in wound care techniques

Responsibilities

• Assists wound care providers during patient exams
• Prepares exam rooms
• Assists patients with mobility needs by safely using a Hoyer lift for transfers and positioning
• Performs select wound care procedures
• Supports providers during examinations
• Performs dressing changes
• Measures wounds
• Maintains photographic documentation
• Applies and removes advanced wound dressings
• Administers compression therapy
• Supports procedures like ultrasonic and nonselective debridement

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED