Newborn Hearing Screen Technician- Part Time

Pediatrix • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician provides hearing screenings to newborns at one or more hospital locations after birth. The technician evaluates whether each baby is ready for screening, performs screenings and related services, collects required demographic information, and completes accurate documentation and reporting. The role also involves educating parents and guardians about the purpose of newborn hearing screening, the results, and the importance of early intervention. 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.
• 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.
• Flexibility to work weekends and national holidays.
• 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, stated as 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 screenings and provide parents with education about the value of screening and the importance of early intervention.
• Follow 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 Hearing Screen Manager as appropriate.
• Evaluate each patient for readiness and screen only when the baby is in an appropriate state to obtain a reliable result.
• Collect all necessary data and demographics for each baby.
• Perform hearing screenings and related services for all eligible babies during each shift.
• Follow documentation protocols for every screening.
• Treat each baby and family with care and consideration.
• Upload screening results, billing, and state reports by the end of each shift; ensure screening statistics are complete and reconciled unless otherwise instructed by the Site Supervisor.
• Perform screenings efficiently and minimize time in patient rooms without sacrificing quality, education, or patient satisfaction.
• Provide relevant information to the person responsible for each baby and ensure the parent or guardian receives appropriate education 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, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Voluntary benefit plans available through payroll deductions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED