Lead Hyperbaric Tech

Overview

Join our team as a day‑shift, full‑time Wound Care Lead Hyperbaric Technician in Amarillo, TX.

Why Join Us

• Thrive: Career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support wellness, education, and financial well‑being.
• People‑First: Paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: Advanced technology to enhance patient care.

About BSA Hospital

BSA Hospital is a 445‑bed facility serving the Amarillo area for over 120 years and is the region’s preferred healthcare provider. Our mission is to provide quality healthcare in Christian love, service, and dignity.

Responsibilities

• Administer hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients as prescribed by the Hyperbaric Provider.
• Operate hyperbaric chamber(s) and related support systems safely and effectively.
• Perform day‑to‑day maintenance on hyperbaric chamber(s) and support systems.
• Assess and approve materials for use in and around hyperbaric chambers.
• Lead all staff in the clinic’s safety program and serve as Safety Director in compliance with NFPA 99.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Minimum of 2 years experience in hyperbaric medicine or the diving industry.
• BLS certification obtained within 14 days of hire (or transfer) and prior to direct patient care.
• Specific training and/or experience in compression chamber operations.
• Current Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) or Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS) certification, or ability to obtain within 180 days and maintain throughout employment.
• Completion of an approved Hyperbaric Medicine Introductory course (e.g., 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 applicable in the state of practice, to be maintained throughout employment. Acceptable credentials include:
  • Respiratory Therapist
  • Military Corpsman or Medical Services Specialist
  • Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic
  • Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Licensed Vocational Nurse
  • Certified Hyperbaric Specialist
  • Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse
  • Certified or Registered Medical Assistant
  • Certified Hyperbaric Technologist
  • Certified Nursing Assistant or Licensed Nursing Assistant
  • Certified Hyperbaric Wound Specialist
  • Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Completion of Hyperbaric Training from the U.S. Department of Defense (e.g., Navy, Army, or Coast Guard Diver – 1st Class, 2nd Class, or Master designation) or U.S. Air Force Aerospace Physiology Specialist

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in wound care, hyperbaric medicine, emergency medicine, or acute medical care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety and decompression tables.
• Familiarity with NFPA 99 standards.