Hyperbaric Technician
$21.93 - $25.80/hr
Junior
Rockford, IL, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryClinical Support & Patient Administration
About the job
Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant training program, or at least six months of experience in a Certified Medical Assistant role as an equivalent, or proof of completion of an on-the-job certified medical assisting training or education program at another healthcare organization.
- Complete an introductory hyperbaric medicine training course within 30 days of hire, approved by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology, Department of Defense, American College of Hyperbaric Medicine, or Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society.
- Complete an introductory wound care course within 90 days of hire that is recognized or accredited by a national wound care organization, such as the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society, National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy, or an equivalent nationally recognized wound care accrediting body.
- Have one year of acute clinical experience.
- Hold current certification from an approved medical assistant certifying agency: American Association of Medical Assistants (Certified Medical Assistant), American Medical Technologists or American Allied Health (Registered Medical Assistant), National Center for Competency Testing (National Certified Medical Assistant), National HealthCareer Association (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant), or National Association for Health Professionals (Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant).
- Hold current Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
- Know hyperbaric medicine and wound care principles.
- Recognize changes in patient condition and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Be familiar with hyperbaric safety standards, emergency procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Have experience in an outpatient, procedural, or hospital-based clinical setting.
- Demonstrate proficiency with electronic medical records.
- Have strong communication, organizational, and patient education skills, and a commitment to patient safety, teamwork, and quality improvement.
Responsibilities
- Act as the Hyperbaric Safety Director and administer hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider.
- Operate hyperbaric chambers and related support systems safely and effectively, and ensure the safe delivery of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients.
- Perform day-to-day maintenance on hyperbaric chambers and related support systems.
- Assess materials for appropriateness for use in and around hyperbaric chambers.
Desired Qualifications
- An associate degree in a healthcare-related field.
- Additional education or continuing education in wound care, hyperbaric medicine, emergency medicine, or ambulatory care.
- Completion of a nationally recognized wound care or hyperbaric medicine educational program.
- At least one year of experience in hyperbaric medicine, wound care, emergency services, ambulatory care, surgical services, or a related clinical setting.
- Previous experience operating and maintaining monoplace or multiplace hyperbaric chambers.
- Experience assisting with wound assessments, dressing changes, debridement support, and advanced wound care therapies.
- Completion of a nationally recognized wound care education program accredited or endorsed by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society, National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy, or an equivalent organization.
- Current or prior certification as a Certified Hyperbaric Technologist, Certified Hyperbaric Specialist, Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse, Certified Hyperbaric Wound Specialist, Wound Care Certified, or other nationally recognized wound care credential.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
- Experience with electronic medical records, with Epic preferred, and clinical documentation.
- Knowledge of hyperbaric safety standards, emergency procedures, and regulatory requirements, including Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society and National Fire Protection Association guidelines.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, therapists, and ancillary staff.
- Experience supporting quality improvement, patient education, and process standardization initiatives.
- Wound Care Certified credential through the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy.
- Ostomy Management Specialist or other nationally recognized wound and ostomy certification.
- Certification as a Hyperbaric Safety Director or equivalent hyperbaric safety training.
- Certified Medical Assistant Instructor, Preceptor, or other recognized clinical education credential.
- Additional nationally recognized certifications related to wound care, hyperbaric medicine, vascular care, diabetic limb preservation, or ambulatory procedural services.
- Advanced continuing education in hyperbaric medicine, wound management, or patient safety.
- Experience with advanced wound care therapies, including negative pressure wound therapy, skin substitutes, compression, and offloading.
About the company
OSF HealthCare runs an integrated network of hospitals, clinics, home health and hospice services, nursing education, and digital health offerings such as OSF OnCall. Its care model combines inpatient and outpatient services with hospital-at-home options and a digital health platform, backed by nursing schools and a broader health care business network. It differentiates itself by linking facilities, education, and innovation under one system and by actively investing in and piloting new health care ideas through OSF Innovation and OSF Ventures, all while focusing on Mission Partner well-being. Its goal is to improve health outcomes and expand access to care across Illinois and Michigan through coordinated care, education, and innovative solutions.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Peoria, Illinois
Founded
1877
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match