Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix•San Antonio, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Newborn Hearing Screen Technician provides hearing screenings to newborns in one or more hospital locations after birth. The technician evaluates whether each baby is ready for screening, performs the screening, gathers and documents required information, and educates parents or guardians about screening and the importance of early intervention. The role includes uploading screening results, billing and state reporting, notifying supervisors about missed or final-refer babies, and scheduling outpatient appointments for referred babies when appropriate. The position is per diem and on-site. Pediatrix provides on-the-job training, including annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. Technicians must follow company and hospital safety, security, and compliance procedures and provide considerate care to babies and their families.

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 (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 hearing screens and the importance of early intervention.
Comply with company and facility policies and procedures, including PPE, vaccination, safety and security protocols, orientations, and annual compliance modules; raise questions or concerns with the Hearing Screen Manager as appropriate.
Evaluate each patient for screen readiness and screen only babies in an appropriate state to achieve a reliable result.
Collect required data and demographics for each baby, perform hearing screens and related services on eligible babies during each shift, and follow documentation protocols.
Treat each screened baby and family with care and consideration.
Upload screen 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 screens efficiently while minimizing time in the patient room without compromising quality, education, or patient satisfaction.
Provide relevant information to the responsible party and ensure parents or guardians receive appropriate education about the screen and its results.
Notify the Site Supervisor of missed and final-refer babies.
Schedule outpatient appointments for referred babies where appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.