Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix•Lynchburg, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician provides hearing screens to newborns in a hospital setting after birth, working on-site at one or more hospital locations. The position includes on-the-job training and annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. The technician evaluates newborns for screen readiness, performs and documents hearing screens, collects required patient data, and uploads results, billing, and state reporting by the end of each shift. The role also includes educating parents about hearing screening, early intervention, and interpreting results; notifying the Site Supervisor about missed or final-refer babies; and scheduling outpatient appointments for refer babies when appropriate. The technician is expected to deliver considerate, efficient care while following company and facility policies and procedures.

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 accurate data-entry ability.

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 their relevance and the importance of early intervention.
Comply with 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 to the HS Manager as appropriate.
Evaluate each patient for screen readiness and screen only newborns who are in an appropriate state for reliable results.
Collect necessary data and demographics for each baby, perform hearing screens and related services for eligible babies during each shift, and follow documentation protocols.
Treat screened babies and their families with care and consideration.
Upload screen results, billing, and state reporting by the end of each shift, and ensure screen statistics are complete and reconciled unless otherwise instructed by the Site Supervisor.
Perform screens efficiently and minimize time in patient rooms without sacrificing quality, education, or patient satisfaction.
Provide relevant information to the responsible party and ensure parents or guardians receive education about the screening, its necessity, and how to proceed with results.
Notify the Site Supervisor of missed and final-refer babies.
Schedule outpatient appointments for refer babies when appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.