Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician provides hearing screenings to newborns at one or more hospital locations after birth. The technician evaluates each baby for readiness, performs screenings and related services, records and uploads results, and provides parents or guardians with education about the screening, its 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 a high level of 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 communicating 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 the relevance of screening and the importance of early intervention.
Comply with company and facility policies and procedures, including PPE, vaccination, safety and security protocols, orientations, and annual compliance modules.
Raise questions or concerns from hospital staff or leadership to the Hearing Screen Manager as appropriate.
Evaluate each patient for screen readiness and screen only when the baby is in a suitable state for a reliable result.
Collect the necessary data and demographics for each baby, perform screenings and related services for eligible babies during each shift, and follow documentation protocols.
Treat each baby and family with care and consideration.
Upload screen results, billing, and state reporting by the end of each shift, and ensure screening statistics are complete and reconciled unless otherwise instructed.
Perform screenings efficiently while minimizing time in the patient room without compromising quality, education, or satisfaction.
Provide relevant information to the responsible party and educate the parent or guardian about the screening and how to interpret or use the results.
Notify the Site Supervisor of missed and final refer babies.
Schedule outpatient appointments for refer babies where appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.