Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix Medical Group, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Pediatrix Medical Group, Inc. is seeking a Newborn Hearing Screen Technician to provide hearing screens for newborns post-delivery in hospital settings. This role includes on-the-job training, ensuring that technicians are equipped with the necessary skills, including certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology.

Key responsibilities include evaluating patient readiness for screening, documenting results, and providing education to families. A high school diploma, current CPR certification, and flexibility for shifts are required. Comprehensive benefits are offered, ensuring employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work on weekends and national holidays.
• Preferred: One to three months of previous experience with newborns in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all company and facility policies and procedures.
• Evaluate each patient for 'screen readiness' prior to performing a screen.
• Collect all necessary data and demographics for each baby.
• Treat each screened baby and its family with care and consideration.
• Upload all screen results and ensure statistics are complete.
• Notify the Site Supervisor of all missed and refer babies.

Skills

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

Computer proficiency and ability to perform accurate data entry

Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Current CPR certification

Job description

Newborn Hearing Screen Technician

As a newborn hearing screen technician, you will provide hearing screens in the hospital after a baby is born. You will work on‑the‑job at one or more hospital locations to screen newborns for hearing loss. At Pediatrix, you will receive on‑the‑job training, including annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. This certification ensures employees are adept at improving early detection of hearing impairment and encouraging timely intervention.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all company and facility policies and procedures, including appropriate PPE, required vaccinations, safety and security protocols, company and hospital orientations, and annual compliance modules. Raise any questions or concerns from hospital staff and/or leadership as appropriate to the HS Manager.
• Evaluate each patient for “screen readiness” prior to performing a screen; only screen patients that are in the appropriate state to achieve a reliable result (fed, quiet, not moving/agitated, calm).
• Collect all necessary data and demographics for each baby. Perform the hearing screen and all screen‑related services on all eligible babies during each shift. Ensure the documentation protocol is followed for every screen.
• Treat each screened baby and its family with the care and consideration required at this important developmental milestone.
• Upload all screen results, billing, and state reporting by the end of each shift and ensure the statistics for each screen are complete and reconciled, unless otherwise instructed by the Site Supervisor.
• Perform all screens efficiently, following the appropriate process to minimize time in the patient room without sacrificing quality or patient education and satisfaction.
• Ensure all relevant information is provided to the party responsible for each screened baby, and the parent or guardian receives appropriate education about the necessity of the screen and what to do with the results.
• Notify the Site Supervisor of all missed and refer babies.
• Schedule outpatient appointments for refer babies, where appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Current CPR certification, or ability to obtain upon offer.
• Flexibility to work on weekends and national holidays.
• Preferred: One to three months of previous experience with newborns in a medical setting.

Skills and Abilities

• 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 and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently (95% of shift).
• Ability to push or pull up to 100 pounds frequently.
• Demonstrate sensitivity when speaking to family and when handling patients.
• Computer proficiency and ability to perform accurate data entry.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, health FSA, dependent care FSA, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan, and an employee stock purchase program. Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for them through convenient payroll deductions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.