Audiology Technician; Newborn Hearing Screener
About The Position
This position handles basic newborn hearing screening testing (automated auditory brainstem response and otoacoustic emission testing) conducted on all newborns in the University of Virginia well-baby, transitional, and NICU nurseries prior to their discharge. Provides routine screening testing that is monitored by a clinical audiologist. Both automated auditory brainstem response (AABR) and otoacoustic emission (OAE) testing are conducted with a screening protocol (Pass/Fail). Responsible for reporting screening results to the audiology supervisor, as well as to the attending physicians and pediatricians (via electronic medical record). Responsible for tracking of all infants tested and for maintaining appropriate documentation of all test results so that infants requiring follow-up receive diagnostic testing by a clinical audiologist in a timely manner. Responsible for data input and for maintaining all records for a database. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High School Degree or equivalent.
- Completed newborn hearing screening training with a clinical audiologist (after hire).
- No prior experience required.
- Basic knowledge of and experience utilizing a personal computer.
- Basic word processing skills required.
- Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.
- Ability to lift/push/pull > 100lbs.
Responsibilities
- Conduct basic newborn hearing screening testing (automated auditory brainstem response and otoacoustic emission testing) on newborns in well-baby, transitional, and NICU nurseries.
- Provide routine screening testing monitored by a clinical audiologist.
- Report screening results to the audiology supervisor, attending physicians, and pediatricians via electronic medical record.
- Track all infants tested and maintain documentation of test results for timely follow-up diagnostic testing.
- Perform data input and maintain records for a database.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
