Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix Medical Group; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Pediatrix Medical Group is looking for a Newborn Hearing Screen Technician to provide immediate hearing screenings for newborns at St. Joseph's Hospital South. This on-site role offers on-the-job training, including a certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology to enhance early detection of hearing impairments.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma and current CPR certification. Flexibility for weekends and holidays is necessary. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) plans are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Current CPR certification is necessary or to be obtained upon offer.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide newborn hearing screens in hospital after birth.
• Evaluate each patient for readiness before performing screens.
• Collect and document data for each baby.
• Educate parents about the screening process and results.
• Notify supervisors of missed screens.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to prioritize tasks

Ability to work independently and in a team

Flexibility to work weekends and holidays

Ability to lift/move weights

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or 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-site at one or more hospital locations to screen newborns for hearing loss. At Pediatrix, you receive on‑the‑job training, including an annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. By offering this certification, we strive to ensure our employees are adept in improving early detection of hearing impairments and encouraging timely intervention.

St. Joseph's Hospital South

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications and Minimum Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Current CPR certification, or obtain upon offer.
• Flexibility to work weekends and national holidays required.

Preferred Experience

• Entry level – 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 both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work weekends and national holidays required.
• 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/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 and Compensation

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well‑being. Benefits offered include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, healthcare FSA, dependent care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401(k) plan and 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 these benefits 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.