Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix • Monroeville, PA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician provides hearing screenings for newborns at one or more hospital locations following birth. The technician evaluates each baby’s readiness for screening, performs the screen, documents and uploads results, and educates parents or guardians about the screening and the importance of early intervention. The role includes on-the-job training and annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology.

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 accurate data-entry skills.

Nice To Haves

• One to three months of previous experience with newborns and in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform hearing screens and explain their relevance and the importance of early intervention to parents.
• Follow company and facility policies, including PPE, vaccination, safety and security protocols, orientations, and annual compliance requirements.
• Refer questions or concerns from hospital staff or leadership to the HS Manager as appropriate.
• Assess each newborn’s readiness before screening and screen only when the baby is in a suitable state for a reliable result.
• Collect required demographic and other data for each baby.
• Perform hearing screens and related services for all eligible babies during each shift.
• 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 screen statistics are complete and reconciled unless otherwise instructed by the Site Supervisor.
• Complete screenings efficiently while minimizing time in the patient room without compromising quality, education, or satisfaction.
• Provide relevant information to the party responsible for each baby 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 who receive a refer result, where appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Healthcare FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• HSAs
• 401(k) plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Some benefits are provided at no cost; others require cost sharing, and voluntary plans are available through payroll deductions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED