Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Part Time

Pediatrix • Falls Church, VA

24d • Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician works on-site at one or more hospital locations, performing hearing screens on newborns after birth to support early detection of hearing loss. The technician receives on-the-job training, including annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. The role also involves educating parents about hearing screens and the importance of early intervention, documenting and reporting screening results, and arranging outpatient appointments for babies who are referred when appropriate.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification, or obtain certification 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/security requirements, orientations, and annual compliance modules; raise questions or concerns with the HS Manager as appropriate.
• Assess each baby’s readiness for screening and screen only when the baby is in a condition suitable for a reliable result.
• Collect required patient data and demographics, perform screens and related services for eligible babies during each shift, and follow documentation protocols for every screen.
• Treat each 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 following processes that minimize time in the patient room without compromising quality, education, or patient satisfaction.
• Provide relevant information to the responsible party and ensure parents or guardians receive appropriate education about the screen and results.
• Notify the Site Supervisor about missed and final-refer babies.
• Schedule outpatient appointments for referred babies when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans.
• Healthcare FSA, dependent care FSA, and HSAs.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Some benefits are provided at no cost; others require cost sharing between employees and the company. Voluntary plans are also available through payroll deductions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED