Technician - Newborn Hearing
About The Position
Perform computerized hearing screening on newborns. Receive test requests and performs routine infant hearing screenings, prepping and placing of sensors and earphones. Maintain patient records and logs and completes chart review to identify high risk indicators for hearing impairment. Check instrumentation for malfunctions and maintains equipment. Follow guidelines for patient identification and result labeling. Interact appropriately with infants and handles problems concerning infant availability and physical conditions. Ascension Sacred Heart is a leading provider of high-quality healthcare to children and adults in South Alabama and Northwest Florida communities and operates Northwest Florida's only children's hospital. Our faith-based ministry offers caregivers the opportunity to flourish personally and professionally in a variety of specialties, including cardiology, brain and spine, pediatrics, women's health, orthopedics and cancer care. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
Requirements
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Nice To Haves
- No additional preferences
Responsibilities
- Perform computerized hearing screening on newborns.
- Receive test requests and performs routine infant hearing screenings, prepping and placing of sensors and earphones.
- Maintain patient records and logs and completes chart review to identify high risk indicators for hearing impairment.
- Check instrumentation for malfunctions and maintains equipment.
- Follow guidelines for patient identification and result labeling.
- Interact appropriately with infants and handles problems concerning infant availability and physical conditions.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
