Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix•Opelika, AL

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician performs hearing screens for newborns in one or more hospital locations after birth. The role includes providing parents with education about the relevance of hearing screening, early intervention, and how to respond to screening results. Pediatrix provides on-the-job training, including 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 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 and safety protocols, orientations, and annual compliance modules; raise questions or concerns to the Hearing Screen Manager as appropriate.
Evaluate each patient for screen readiness and screen only when conditions support a reliable result.
Collect required baby demographics and data, perform screens and related services for eligible babies during each shift, and follow documentation protocols.
Treat babies and their families with care and consideration.
Upload screening results, billing, and state reports 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 the patient room without compromising quality, education, or patient satisfaction.
Provide relevant information to the responsible party and educate parents or guardians about the screening and results.
Notify the Site Supervisor of missed and final-refer babies.
Schedule outpatient appointments for babies who refer, where appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.