Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix • Bristol, TN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician performs hearing screens for newborns in one or more hospital locations after birth. The technician assesses whether each baby is ready for screening, gathers necessary demographic information, completes the screen and related documentation, and uploads results, billing, and state reporting by the end of each shift. The role also includes educating parents or guardians about the screening, its results, and the importance of early intervention; arranging outpatient appointments for babies who are referred when appropriate; and notifying the Site Supervisor about missed and final-refer babies. Employees receive on-the-job training, including 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.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks and assignments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work weekends and national holidays.
• 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 (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 and procedures, including PPE, vaccination and safety/security protocols, orientations, and annual compliance modules; raise questions or concerns with the HS Manager as appropriate.
• Assess each patient for screen readiness and screen only when the baby is in an appropriate state to achieve a reliable result.
• Collect necessary data and demographics for each baby, perform screens and related services for eligible babies during each shift, and follow documentation protocols for every screen.
• Provide considerate care to each screened baby and family.
• Upload screen results, billing, and state reporting by the end of each shift, and ensure screen statistics are complete and reconciled unless otherwise instructed by the Site Supervisor.
• Perform screens efficiently while minimizing time in the patient room without compromising quality, education, or patient satisfaction.
• Provide relevant information to the responsible party and ensure the parent or guardian receives appropriate education about the screen and its results.
• Notify the Site Supervisor of missed and final-refer babies.
• Schedule outpatient appointments for referred babies 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.
• Some benefits are provided at no cost; others require cost sharing. Voluntary plans are also available through payroll deductions.
• On-the-job training and annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology.

What This Job Offers

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