Wound Care Technician
Job Description
Job Summary
The primary role of the Wound Care Technician is to assist providers in delivering the highest standard of wound care and regenerative treatments across multiple clinical sites. Key responsibilities include supporting patient care procedures, maintaining sterile technique, documenting clinical information accurately, and ensuring treatment areas are organized and compliant with safety protocols. The Wound Care Technician should approach each patient interaction with professionalism, empathy, and a commitment to teamwork, contributing to a consistent and compassionate patient-centered experience.
This is a one-day per week position for the time being with the opportunity for more days.
Responsibilities:
- Assist providers with wound care procedures, including dressing changes, offloading, and patient positioning.
- Measure and document patients’ vital signs and promptly report significant changes.
- Prepare and maintain a clean, safe clinical environment, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols.
- Identify and differentiate between sterile and clean techniques, maintaining sterility during wound procedures.
- Support full body skin exams, incontinence care, and wound vac management as directed by providers.
- Assist with documentation in the EMR system, including light scribe duties during patient visits.
- Ensure clinical supplies are stocked, organized, and replenished at assigned locations.
- Support general office tasks as needed, including scheduling, copying, and scanning.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, providers, and administrative teams.
- Serve as a consistent point of contact during wound care visits, ensuring patient comfort and understanding.
- Answer patient questions regarding wound care and home instructions under provider direction.
- Support patient safety rounds and report safety or equipment issues to the appropriate staff.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and assist with process enhancements.
- Attend training sessions to maintain competencies and promote clinical excellence.
- Report supply or equipment concerns to management to prevent service disruption.
- Maintain confidentiality of all patient information in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Uphold a professional appearance, demeanor, and compassionate approach to care delivery.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience:
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, LPN Program. Current BLS certification. Demonstrated experience supporting clinical teams in a healthcare setting.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent: is required.
- Additional education or certification: in medical billing and/or credentialing is preferred.
- Must be able to: pass all background checks.
- Current BLS Certificate: required.
- Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate: from an accredited MA/CNA program required or a LPN Certification.
What We Offer:
- Internal ongoing educational/training opportunities
- Competitive compensation
- Continuous coaching & mentorship
- Mileage reimbursement
When you join our team,
you have the opportunity to develop your career based on your strengths and potential, including the possibility to move functionally, geographically, laterally and vertically. This is a career destination for engaged, caring, passionate and talented people who want to make a difference. We are the leader in the development and management of comprehensive wound healing.
Equal Opportunity Employer
encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or marital status.