Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line your 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, quick-cooking oatmeal, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well blended.
Pour the melted butter into the dry mixture and stir until crumbly.
Press about two-thirds of the oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramels and cream. Heat gently until melted and smooth.
Pour the melted caramel mixture over the pressed oat layer and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the caramel layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is lightly golden and set.
Remove from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top and spread them evenly as they melt.
Let the bars cool completely before lifting out and cutting into squares.
