Newborn Hearing Screener Newborn Hearing Screening | PRN | Phoenix Quick Apply! Newborn Hearing[...]

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to provide newborn hearing screenings in various birthing facilities. This role involves evaluating infants, conducting automated tests, and communicating results to parents. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and effective communication abilities. With a commitment to advancing healthcare for children, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families. Join a mission-driven team focused on delivering exceptional care and improving outcomes for newborns.

Qualifications

• Prior newborn hearing screener experience preferred.
• NCHAM Certification required prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and prioritize infants for hearing screening.
• Perform automated hearing screening tests and document results.
• Participate in quality improvement projects.

Skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Work ethic

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department: PCH-NE | Newborn Hearing Screening

Location: Phoenix

Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun, (Days Vary), Days, 7am-4pm

Category: Patient Care Svcs(Tech & Asst)

Posting #: 927836

Employee Type: PRN

Position Summary

This position provides newborn hearing screens to infants in well baby and NICU nurseries at birthing facilities in the Greater Phoenix area.

Position Duties

1. Evaluate and prioritize infants to be screened prior to discharge from hospital based on established protocol. Factors to consider include:
   • Time of birth.
   • Estimated discharge time, ensuring that length of stay is not prolonged to accommodate hearing screening.
   • Potential need for 2nd screening prior to discharge for infants who do not pass first screening.
   • Baby state.
2. Perform automated hearing screening tests.
   • Explain purpose of NBHS to parents and answer any questions. If a parent refuses, explain ramifications of undiagnosed hearing loss.
   • Refer child to audiology as appropriate. Refer any challenging cases or questions unable to answer.
   • Prep patient and environment for screen.
   • Identify any risk factors for hearing loss.
   • Perform automated screening test using designated equipment, strictly following established protocols and procedures.
   • Interpret and record results accurately.
   • Inform parents of results of hearing screening, answering any questions. Provide parents with written information about hearing loss and speech and language milestones. Assist parents in scheduling follow-up appointments if needed.
3. Document screening test results in medical record, in state database, and newborn hearing screening log as indicated by screening protocol.
4. Follow infection control procedures and utilize appropriate baby handling skills such as calming, soothing touch, and swaddling as needed.
5. Recognize problems with screening equipment, troubleshoot, and report issues. Monitor inventory of supplies and report needs. Maintain supply levels and accurately record patient activities.
6. Participate in quality improvement projects to enhance newborn hearing screening delivery and outcomes, including data collection and service delivery adaptations.
7. Perform miscellaneous job duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission: To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families.

Vision: Phoenix Children's will be a leading pediatric health system, recognized for exceptional care, research, and education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering comprehensive care across ages and communities.
• Investing in innovative research and treatments.
• Advancing education and training for future clinical leaders.
• Advocating for children and families' health and well-being.

Values:

• Children and families are at the center of all we do.
• We deliver exceptional care daily.
• We collaborate widely to amplify impact.
• We set and innovate healthcare standards.
• We ensure care is accessible and affordable.

Application Process

Applicants should provide their first name, last name, phone, email, and upload a resume (PDF or DOCX). Current or former employees should specify their status. Additional questions include desired pay, how they heard about the position, and qualification details.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Experience: Prior newborn hearing screener experience (Preferred)
• Skills: Problem-solving, adaptability, work ethic, effective communication (Required)
• Additional: NCHAM Certification prior to start and annual recertification (Required)

Physical & Occupational Requirements

• Climbing, feeling, fine motor skills, hearing, pushing/pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, stooping, talking, walking, vision, color discrimination, keyboard use, lifting, occupational exposure details, etc.

Applicants must review and agree to these requirements to proceed.