Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix•Bristol, TN

23d•Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician performs hearing screens for newborns in hospital settings and educates parents about the purpose of screening and the importance of early intervention. The role works on-site at one or more hospital locations. Pediatrix provides on-the-job training, including annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. Technicians assess whether each baby is ready for screening, collect required demographic information, perform screens for eligible babies, and document and report results. They communicate relevant information and results to the responsible parties, educate parents or guardians, notify the Site Supervisor about missed or final-refer babies, and arrange outpatient appointments for referred babies when appropriate. The role requires following company and facility policies, safety protocols, and documentation procedures while providing considerate care to newborns and their families.

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, approximately 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 accurate data-entry skills.

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 requirements, orientations, and annual compliance modules.
Raise questions or concerns from hospital staff or leadership with the HS Manager as appropriate.
Assess each patient for screen readiness and screen only babies in a suitable state for reliable results.
Collect all necessary data and demographics for each baby.
Perform hearing screens and related services for all eligible babies during each shift.
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 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 satisfaction.
Provide relevant information to the responsible party and educate parents or guardians about the screening and how to use the results.
Notify the Site Supervisor of missed and final-refer babies.
Schedule outpatient appointments for referred babies when appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.