Healogics is hiring a Full-Time Hyperbaric Technician (HBOT) for our Wound Care Center at Redlands Community Hospital in Redlands, CA.

Find. Treat. Heal. If you feel strongly about this mission, you should Come Heal With Us! Given our commitment to Finding, Treating, and Healing, your schedule can vary to accommodate and prioritize our patients.

Schedule: Typical clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Our Hyperbaric Technician (HBOT) will work with supervision from the Program Director to provide high-quality wound care within a Healogics Wound Care Center. They administer 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.

The Hyperbaric Technician (HBOT) will be joining a team of compassionate Wound Specialists that have touched the lives of more than 2.5 million people, preserved dignity and restored hope. The impact of healing wounds through innovative care resonates with our wound care doctors, nurses and other specialists who build strong relationships with patients and their families and see lives change.

Hyperbaric Technician (HBOT) Job 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, to include photo uploading.
• Operates and maintains the hyperbaric chamber and other hyperbaric support oxygen systems as required
• If CMA or LPN, may function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy
• Performs other duties as required.

Hyperbaric Technician (HBOT) Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Development)
• Current Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) or Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS) certification preferred
• Pre or post hire completion of an approved Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) Safety course. If pre-hire, the course completion must be within the past 5 years from date of hire.
• Pre or post hire completion of an approved hyperbaric Medicine Introductory course (from Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society, National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology, Department of Defense, or American College of Hyperbaric Medicine)
• Current healthcare professional certification or license as applicable in state of practice - to maintain throughout the duration of employment in this role. This applies to:
  • Respiratory Therapist (RT)
  • 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 (CHT)
  • Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse (CHRN)
  • Certified (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
  • Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT)
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)
  • Certified Hyperbaric Wound Specialist (CHWS)
  • Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
  • Or completion of Hyperbaric Training from US Department of Defense (DOD):
    • e.g. US Navy, Army or Coast Guard Diver (1rst Class, 2nd Class or Master designation)
    • or US Air Force Aerospace Physiology Specialist
  • All regular U.S. Healogics team members must be at least 18 years of age (may vary by state law).

Exception:

• For Ohio, current Ohio license either as Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Respiratory Therapist or Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) as approved by National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (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.
• Two (2) or more years’ experience in healthcare preferred
• Prior experience in wound or critical care preferred
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification - to be maintained throughout the duration of employment in this position
• All regular U.S. Healogics team members must be at least 18 years of age (may vary by state law).

At Healogics, we believe that a people-first, patient-centered employment experience begins with providing exceptional benefits and compensation. From competitive compensation and tuition reimbursement to a matching 401(k) plan, we provide comprehensive benefits to all full-time Healogics team members.

Why should you Come Heal With Us?

• People-first, Patient-centered - We view our patients and our teammates as people, first.
• Serving Others - Be part of a team that helps the large, underserved population of people suffering from chronic wounds.
• Collaboration - Work with thousands of clinical colleagues, sharing best practices and clinical outcomes.
• Work/Life Harmony - Healogics clinical staff typically has a weekday schedule, creating more time for family and friends.
• Locations Nationwide - We have team members healing patients in over 600+ locations across the country.
• National Presence with a Family Feel - Healogics operates locally, with a family feel, but has a national presence and resource base.
• Committed to Nurse Development - We offer an extensive competency program, tuition reimbursement, and ANCC accredited continuing education.
• Healthy Working Environment - Operate in an environment that is safe, empowering and satisfying.

Please contact Talent@healogics.com for more information! In the meantime, please watch this short video that walks through a Day in the Life in a Wound Care Center!

The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $24.30 - $30.10 / hour. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications: education, experience, geography as well as operational needs and other considerations permitted by law.