Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix • Cape Coral, FL

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician performs hearing screens for newborns in a hospital setting and educates parents about the relevance of hearing screening and the importance of early intervention. The role is based on-site at Cape Coral Hospital and may involve working at one or more hospital locations. Pediatrix provides on-the-job training, including annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology.

Technicians assess each baby's readiness before screening, collect required demographic information, perform screens and related services, and complete documentation and reporting. They provide considerate care to babies and their families, communicate results and follow-up information to the responsible parties, notify the Site Supervisor about missed and final-refer babies, and schedule outpatient appointments for refer babies when appropriate.

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 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 newborn 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 with the HS Manager, as appropriate.
• Evaluate each patient for screen readiness and screen only when the baby is in a state suitable for a reliable result.
• Collect necessary data and demographics for each baby; perform hearing screens and related services for all eligible babies during each shift; and follow documentation protocols for every screen.
• Treat each baby and family with care and consideration.
• 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 and minimize time in patient rooms without compromising quality, patient education, or satisfaction.
• Provide relevant information to the responsible party for each baby and educate parents or guardians about the necessity of the screen and how to use the results.
• Notify the Site Supervisor of missed and final-refer babies.
• Schedule outpatient appointments for refer babies when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• 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