Clinical Technician

Healogics - Sylva, NC

Full-time

Sylva, NC

Ambulatory Health Care Services

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. All Healogics employees must perform their job responsibilities according to all Healogics policies, Hospital policies, as well as to accrediting organizations, federal and state regulations, and to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Administer hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider.
• Ensure the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems.
• Provide wound-related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved hospital protocols.
• Assist in vein clinic as assigned after completing Healogics Vein Clinic training.
• Assist with intake and discharge as needed.
• Provide assistance with case management under the direction of RN, in accordance with state regulations.
• Gather patient information and necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider.
• Report quality of care issues to Clinical Nurse Manager.
• Communicate with team members regarding therapeutic interventions to ensure quality of care.
• Perform hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric training.
• May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training.
• Function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
• Perform other duties as delegated.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice, to be maintained throughout the duration of employment in the position.
• Two (2) or more years' experience as LPN/LVN, including one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting.
• Wound care experience preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills.
• Customer service skills and follow-up skills.
• Ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with others and in a team environment.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to stay calm in all situations.
• Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems.