Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix • Fredericksburg, VA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician provides hearing screenings to newborns at Mary Washington Hospital and potentially other hospital locations. The technician evaluates whether each baby is ready for screening, performs the screen, documents and uploads results, and educates parents about the purpose of screening, results, and the importance of early intervention. The role includes on-the-job training and annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification, or ability to obtain it upon offer.
• Flexibility to work weekends and national holidays.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks and assignments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently, for 95% of the shift.
• Ability to frequently push or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Sensitivity when speaking with families and handling patients.
• Computer proficiency and ability to perform accurate data entry.

Nice To Haves

• One to three months of previous experience with newborns and in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform hearing screens and educate parents about their relevance and the importance of early intervention.
• Comply with company and facility policies, safety protocols, orientations, and annual compliance requirements; raise concerns with the Hearing Screen Manager as appropriate.
• Assess each patient for screen readiness and screen only when conditions support a reliable result.
• Collect required patient data and demographics, perform screens and related services for eligible babies during each shift, and follow documentation protocols.
• Provide appropriate care and consideration to each baby and family.
• Upload screening results, billing, and state reporting by the end of each shift, and ensure screening statistics are complete and reconciled unless otherwise instructed.
• Complete screens efficiently while maintaining quality, patient education, and satisfaction.
• Provide relevant information to the responsible party and educate parents or guardians about screening and results.
• Notify the Site Supervisor of missed and final-refer babies.
• Schedule outpatient appointments for babies who receive a refer result, where appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans.
• Healthcare FSA, dependent care FSA, and HSAs.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Voluntary benefit plans available through payroll deductions.

What This Job Offers

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