Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix•Carlisle, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician provides hearing screens to newborns in a hospital after birth, working on-site at one or more hospital locations. The role includes educating parents about the purpose of hearing screening and the importance of early intervention. Pediatrix provides on-the-job training, including annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. Technicians assess whether each baby is ready for screening, collect demographic information, perform screenings and related services, and document and submit results. They provide considerate care to babies and families, explain screening results and next steps, notify the Site Supervisor about missed or final-refer babies, and schedule outpatient appointments for refer babies when appropriate. The position is per diem and requires flexibility to work weekends and national holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current CPR certification, or obtain certification 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 (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

Perform newborn hearing screens and educate parents about the relevance of screening and the importance of early intervention.
Comply with company and facility policies and procedures, including PPE, vaccination and other safety or security protocols, orientations, and annual compliance modules.
Raise questions or concerns from hospital staff or leadership with the Hearing Screen Manager as appropriate.
Assess each patient for screen readiness and screen only babies in a state suitable for obtaining a reliable result.
Collect required data and demographics for each baby, perform hearing screens and related services for eligible babies during each shift, and follow documentation protocols.
Treat each screened 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.
Perform screens efficiently while minimizing time in the patient room without compromising quality, patient education, or satisfaction.
Provide relevant information to the party responsible for each baby and educate the parent or guardian about the screening and how to use the results.
Notify the Site Supervisor of missed and final-refer babies.
Schedule outpatient appointments for refer babies when appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.