Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem
About The Position
The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician performs hearing screens for newborns in one or more hospital locations and educates parents about the relevance of hearing screens and the importance of early intervention. The role includes on-the-job training and annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. Technicians assess whether each baby is ready for screening, collect patient information, perform screens for eligible babies, document and report results, and explain results and next steps to parents or guardians. They work in accordance with company and hospital policies and safety protocols, and coordinate with the Site Supervisor and other hospital personnel as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current CPR certification, or ability to obtain it upon offer.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to prioritize daily tasks and assignments.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work weekends and national holidays.
- 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, stated as 95% of the shift.
- Ability to push or pull up to 100 pounds frequently.
- 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 provide parents with education about the relevance of screening and 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 with the HS Manager as appropriate.
- Evaluate each patient for screen readiness and screen only when the baby is in a state likely to produce a reliable result.
- Collect all necessary data and demographics for each baby.
- Perform hearing screens and related services on 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 screen 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 the parent or guardian 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 where appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
- Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and HSAs.
- 401(k) plan.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program.
- Voluntary benefit plans available through payroll deductions.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
