Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Part Time

Pediatrix•Richmond, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician works on-site at Bon Secours St Mary's Hospital or other assigned hospital locations to screen newborns for hearing loss after birth. The role includes on-the-job training and annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. The schedule requires availability for three days Monday through Friday, plus rotating weekends and holidays. Shifts begin at 9 a.m.; the end time varies depending on the number of eligible babies. The technician evaluates newborns for readiness, performs and documents hearing screens, provides parents or guardians with education about the screening and early intervention, and uploads screening results, billing, and state reporting by the end of each shift. The position requires compassionate care for babies and families, accurate data entry, and compliance with company and hospital policies and protocols.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current CPR certification, or ability to obtain it upon offer.
Availability to work three days Monday through Friday, plus rotating 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 or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift 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 and procedures, including PPE, vaccination and safety protocols, orientations, and annual compliance modules; raise concerns from hospital staff or leadership with the Hearing Screen Manager as appropriate.
Evaluate each patient for screen readiness and screen only when the baby is in an appropriate state to achieve a reliable result.
Collect required demographic data, perform screens and related services for eligible babies during each shift, and follow documentation protocols for every screen.
Treat each screened baby and family with care and consideration.
Upload screening results, billing, and state reporting by the end of each shift, and ensure screening statistics are complete and reconciled unless otherwise instructed by the Site Supervisor.
Perform screens efficiently while minimizing time in patient rooms without sacrificing quality, education, or patient satisfaction.
Provide relevant information to the responsible party and educate parents or guardians about the need for screening and how to proceed with 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.