Hearing Screening Tech - Post Partum Per Diem

Jupiter Medical Center • Lexington, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The newborn hearing screening tech administers hearing tests to infants using specialized equipment to identify potential hearing loss early. The role includes documenting results, explaining the screening process and results to parents and guardians, maintaining and calibrating equipment, providing follow-up instructions and referrals, and collaborating with healthcare providers to coordinate follow-up care. The tech also manages scheduling and related administrative tasks, supports and reassures families, and stays current with developments and best practices in newborn hearing screening. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in pediatrics or audiology.
• Obtain national certification through NCHAM for newborn hearing screening within the first year of employment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with data entry and administrative tasks.
• Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with relevant medical equipment and software.
• Basic life support (BLS) certification.
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working with newborns and their families.
• Ability to follow established protocols and guidelines.
• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, and walk for long periods.
• Frequently assist with lifting patients and equipment.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and independently, and to think critically and make sound decisions.
• Ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs., and carry and lift up to 20 lbs.
• Complete annual Joint Commission mandatory education, in-service, and health requirements, including attendance at new employee orientation.
• Participate in the TB/PPD Surveillance Program.
• Maintain required professional licensing and/or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hearing screenings on newborns using specialized equipment.
• Accurately document and record screening results.
• Explain the screening process and results to parents and guardians.
• Maintain and calibrate hearing screening equipment.
• Provide follow-up instructions and referrals as needed.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to discuss findings and coordinate follow-up care.
• Ensure screenings comply with hospital policies and guidelines.
• Manage scheduling and administrative aspects of the screening process.
• Provide support and reassurance to parents and guardians during screenings.
• Stay updated with developments and best practices in newborn hearing screening.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED