Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Part Time

Pediatrix•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join us in making a difference in the early detection of hearing loss in newborns as a Newborn Hearing Screen Technician! As a newborn hearing screen technician, you will provide hearing screens in the hospital after a baby is born. You will work on-site at one or more hospital locations to screen newborns for hearing loss. At Pediatrix, you will receive on-the-job training. This includes annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. By offering this certification, we strive to ensure our employees are adept in improving early detection of hearing impairments and encouraging timely intervention.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Flexibility to work on weekends and national holidays.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Computer proficiency and ability to perform accurate data entry.
Ability to prioritize daily tasks and assignments.
Ability to work both 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 (95% of shift).
Ability to push/pull up to 100 pounds frequently.

Nice To Haves

One to three months related experience.
Experience working with infants preferred.
Experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct newborn hearing screens, usually in a new mom’s hospital room.
Help educate parents about the importance of the screen using video and printed tools.
Enter patient data and validation of hearing screens, as needed.
Help to confirm or reschedule outpatient appointments.
Follow up on any equipment issues.
Train new staff.
Verify insurance information with parent/guardian.
Document hearing screen results accurately.
Follow protocol for timely submission of billing.
Follow protocol related to security and identification of infants.
Follow infection control, safety awareness and other hospital, company, and program policies.
Recognize potential problems and obtain assistance, when necessary, in a timely manner.
Complete company and hospital orientation or classes, including patient privacy training.
Complete and maintain employee health requirements.