Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Temporary Per Diem

Pediatrix • Silverdale, WA

24d • Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician performs hearing screenings for newborns at one or more hospital locations, helping support early detection of hearing loss and timely intervention. The role includes educating parents about the purpose of hearing screens and what to do with results. The position is on-site in a hospital setting, and on-the-job training is provided, including 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 or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently, for approximately 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

• 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 Hearing Screen Manager as appropriate.
• Evaluate each patient for screen readiness and screen only when the baby is in a suitable state for a reliable result.
• Collect required data and demographics 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.
• Perform screens efficiently while maintaining quality and patient education and satisfaction.
• Provide relevant information to the party responsible for each screened baby and educate parents or guardians about the screen and its results.
• Notify the Site Supervisor about missed and final-refer babies.
• Schedule outpatient appointments for babies who receive a refer result, 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.
• Some benefits are provided at no cost; others require employee cost sharing, and voluntary plans are available through payroll deductions.

What This Job Offers

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