Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix•Lititz, PA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician provides hearing screenings to newborns in one or more hospital locations after birth. The role includes evaluating each baby’s readiness for screening, collecting demographic information, performing and documenting screenings, and educating parents or guardians about the screening and the importance of early intervention. Technicians receive on-the-job training, including annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current CPR certification or the ability to obtain it upon offer.
Flexibility to work weekends and national holidays.
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.
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 communicating 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 their relevance and the importance of early intervention.
Follow company and hospital policies and procedures, including PPE, vaccination, safety and security protocols, orientations, and annual compliance requirements.
Raise questions or concerns from hospital staff or leadership with the Hearing Screen Manager as appropriate.
Assess each baby’s readiness before screening and screen only when conditions support a reliable result.
Collect required demographic data, perform screenings and related services for eligible babies during each shift, and follow documentation protocols.
Provide considerate care to each baby and family.
Upload screening results, billing, and state reporting by the end of each shift, and ensure screening statistics are complete and reconciled unless otherwise instructed.
Perform screenings efficiently while maintaining quality, patient education, and satisfaction.
Provide relevant information to the responsible party and educate parents or guardians about the screening and results.
Notify the Site Supervisor of missed and final-refer babies.
Schedule outpatient appointments for babies referred for follow-up, where appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.