Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem Temporary

Pediatrix•Hanover, PA

27d•Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician performs hearing screens for newborns in a hospital setting and educates parents about the importance of screening and early intervention. The role is based on-site at one or more hospital locations, including UPMC Pinnacle Hanover Hospital. Pediatrix provides on-the-job training, including annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. Technicians assess each baby’s readiness for screening, gather demographic information, conduct and document screens, and upload results, billing, and state reporting by the end of each shift. They communicate results and next steps to parents or guardians, notify the Site Supervisor about missed or final-refer babies, and arrange outpatient appointments for refer babies when appropriate. Technicians follow company and hospital policies and safety procedures, provide considerate care to newborns and families, and complete other assigned duties.

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 (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 and safety/security protocols, orientations, and annual compliance modules.
Raise questions or concerns from hospital staff or leadership with the HS Manager as appropriate.
Assess each patient’s readiness for screening and screen only when the baby is in an appropriate state for a reliable result.
Collect required patient data and demographics, perform hearing screens and related services for eligible babies during each shift, and follow documentation protocols.
Treat each screened baby and family with care and consideration.
Upload screening 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 patient satisfaction.
Provide relevant information to the party responsible for each baby and educate parents or guardians about the need for screening and what to do with the results.
Notify the Site Supervisor about missed and final-refer babies.
Schedule outpatient appointments for refer babies when appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.