Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix•Austin, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician performs hearing screens for newborns in one or more hospital locations, helping support early detection of hearing loss and timely intervention. The technician receives on-the-job training, including annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. The role involves assessing whether each baby is ready for a reliable screen, collecting required demographic information, performing screens and related services, and completing documentation and reporting. Technicians educate parents or guardians about the screening, its importance, and how to understand and act on the results. The position requires working in accordance with company and hospital procedures and safety protocols, communicating concerns to the appropriate supervisor, and treating babies and their families with care and consideration.

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 push or pull up to 100 pounds frequently.
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 the relevance of screening and the importance of early intervention.
Follow 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 Hearing Screen Manager as appropriate.
Assess each patient for screen readiness and screen only when the baby is in an appropriate state for a reliable result.
Collect all necessary data and demographic information for each baby.
Perform hearing screens and related services for all eligible babies during each shift.
Follow the required documentation protocol for every screen.
Treat each screened 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 by the Site Supervisor.
Complete screens efficiently while minimizing time in the patient room without compromising quality, patient education, or satisfaction.
Provide relevant information to the party responsible for each screened baby and ensure the parent or guardian receives appropriate education about the screen and its results.
Notify the Site Supervisor of all missed and final refer babies.
Schedule outpatient appointments for refer babies where appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.