Audiology Hearing Screening Assistant

Intermountain Healthcare; Murray (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Healthcare is seeking a Hearing Screening Assistant to perform newborn hearing screenings in a hospital setting in Murray, UT. You will work under an Audiologist, use OAE equipment, and educate parents while ensuring accurate documentation and referrals.

This role suits students or recent grads pursuing Communication Disorders, Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, or related fields. The position is on-site with 12 weekly hours, offering hands-on clinical exposure in a hospital

Qualifications

• One year of work experience in a health-related field or early childhood development preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• OAE equipment operation and neonatal/pediatric screening under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conducts newborn hearing screenings per established protocols under the direction of a supervising Audiologist.
• Operates OAE and other designated equipment to conduct hearing screening on neonates and pediatric patients.
• Completes required documentation, parent education, and follow up, including referrals and tracking.

Skills

Communication

Process management

Attention to detail

Time management

Accountability

Dependability

Job description

Job Description:Facilitates early detection, prompt referral and early habilitation of infants with hearing loss.Are you passionate about early childhood development and interested in a career in communication disorders or speech-language pathology? We’re looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Hearing Screening Assistant , conducting newborn hearing screenings in a hospital setting.This is a fantastic opportunity for students or recent graduates pursuing degrees in Communication Disorders, Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology , or related fields to gain hands-on experience in a clinical environment while making a meaningful impact in the lives of families.Essential FunctionsConducts newborn hearing screenings per established protocols under the direction of a supervising AudiologistOperates OAE and other designated equipment to conduct hearing screening on neonates and pediatric patients.Completes required documentation, parent education, and follow up, including referrals and trackingSkillsCommunicationProcess managementAttention to detailTime managementAccountabilityDependabilityQualificationsOne year of work experience in a health-related field or early childhood development preferredBasic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providersPhysical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc.Location:Intermountain Health Alta View Hospital, Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical Center, Intermountain Health LDS Hospital, Intermountain Health Riverton HospitalWork City:MurrayWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:12The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$18.40 - $23.92We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence (\"AI\") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.All positions subject to close without notice.