Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix•Greensburg, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician provides hearing screenings for newborns at one or more hospital locations after birth. The role includes on-the-job training and annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. Technicians educate parents about newborn hearing screens, early intervention, and how to understand and act on screening results. The position is based on-site at Excela Westmoreland and is per diem.

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 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 push or pull up to 100 pounds frequently.
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 provide parents with education about their relevance and the importance of early intervention.
Comply with company and facility policies and procedures, including PPE, vaccination and safety/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 an appropriate state to achieve a reliable result.
Collect necessary 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 screening statistics are complete and reconciled unless otherwise instructed by the Site Supervisor.
Perform screenings efficiently while minimizing time in the patient room without sacrificing quality, education, or patient satisfaction.
Ensure relevant information is provided to the responsible party and that the parent or guardian receives education about the screening and its 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.