Newborn Hearing Screen Technician — On-the-Job Training + Audiology Certification

Pediatrix; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability

HSAs

401k

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Pediatrix in Newport News, VA is seeking a Newborn Hearing Screen Technician to perform newborn hearing screens at hospital sites, provide parent education, and help ensure early detection and intervention.

On-the-job training is provided with annual certification by the American Academy of Audiology. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, weekend/holiday availability, and strict patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks and assignments.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work on weekends and national holidays.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently (95% of shift).
• Ability to push/pull up to 100 pounds frequently.
• Demonstrate sensitivity when speaking to family and handling patients.
• Computer proficiency and ability to perform accurate data entry.

Responsibilities

• Performs hearing screens and provides education to parents on the relevance of hearing screens and early intervention.
• But ensure documentation protocol is followed for every screen.
• Collects data for each baby and screens all eligible babies during each shift.
• Uploads screen results and billing/state reporting by end of each shift.
• Notifies Site Supervisor of missed and refer babies.
• Schedules outpatient appointments for refer babies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Confidentiality

Task prioritization

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification

Job description

Pediatrix in Newport News, VA is seeking a Newborn Hearing Screen Technician to perform newborn hearing screens at hospital sites, provide parent education, and help ensure early detection and intervention.

On-the-job training is provided with annual certification by the American Academy of Audiology. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, weekend/holiday availability, and strict patient confidentiality.