Part Time Newborn Hearing Screening Technician

Hearing Screening Associates; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Hearing Screening Associates is hiring a Newborn Hearing Screening Technician in Missoula, MT. This part-time role involves conducting hearing screenings for newborns in a hospital setting. Ideal for candidates seeking supplemental income, it requires basic healthcare training and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers approximately 6-12 hours of work per week, with shifts averaging 3-5 hours. Training is provided to ensure proper knowledge of equipment and procedures.

Qualifications

• One year of healthcare or childcare training/experience preferred.
• Ability to learn and operate hearing screening equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct newborn hearing screenings prior to hospital discharge.
• Communicate the importance of hearing screening to parents.
• Maintain and use hearing screening equipment.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Basic computer skills

Ability to function independently

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hearing screening equipment

Job description

Overview

Newborn Hearing Screening Technician PT

Hearing loss is one of the most common birth defects in the US. Undetected hearing loss can lead to delays in speech and language development. As a Newborn Hearing Screening Technician, you will ensure infants with hearing loss are identified at birth and receive appropriate care.

Hearing Screening Associates is a full‑service company that offers an all-inclusive service for screening the hearing of newborn infants. The concept covers everything from personnel and testing to equipment, reporting, and billing.

This part‑time position is based in a busy Newborn Nursery / NICU hospital setting.

Location: Community Medical Center in Missoula MT.

Schedule: Alternating weekends and 1‑2 weekday shifts each week with a start time of 8:30 AM daily. Shifts generally average between 3‑5 hours daily. This position offers approximately 6‑12 hours per week.

Pay Rate: $18.00/hour + $1.00/hour weekend differential.

Ideal candidate: This position can provide supplemental income and is perfect for stay‑at‑home parents and college students. We screen babies 7 days a week, 365 days per year and schedules are established quarterly.

You will receive: Extensive training which will allow you to have a thorough knowledge of procedures and instruments!

As a Newborn Hearing Screening Technician, you will perform hearing screens on newborn infants, provide education to parents regarding the relevance of hearing screening and early intervention, and record patient information and hearing screen results. The screener is responsible for conducting these hearing screening tests prior to patient discharge, supporting patient care goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct newborn hearing screenings on all infants in the well baby and NICU units prior to discharge from the hospital, and coordinate post‑discharge follow‑up care as needed utilizing appropriate procedures and computer technology.
• Work directly with nursing staff, patients, and parents to communicate the relevance of hearing screening and early identification to support positive outcomes.
• Analyze and communicate responses to problem situations in a manner consistent with the company and customer’s needs.
• Maintain and use hearing screening equipment and assist with database management.
• Interact as needed with various hospital departments; perform duties in accordance with the policies and procedures of HSA, hospitals, and respective departments.
• Uphold the code of conduct and compliance policies.
• Upon completion of HSA/Hospital training, demonstrate thorough knowledge of procedural variables and instrumentation in the application of Transient Otoacoustic Emissions and/or Automatic Auditory Brainstem Response technology.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• One (1) or more years of healthcare or childcare training/experience, or related college curriculum is a plus.
• Possess basic computer skills.
• Ability to function independently in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to attend all company‑provided training.
• Willingness and ability to learn and operate hearing screening equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and stand for a complete shift, 2‑6 hours depending on size of hospital.
• Push and pull screening cart.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Employment is contingent upon the following

• Clear seven (7) year background check including criminal history and education verification.
• Verifiable prior employment including title and dates of hire.
• Must pass drug test and background check with favorable results.
• Bloodwork required to verify immunization titers.
• Provide vaccination record upon hire and willingness to receive updated vaccinations, including COVID and Flu vaccination confirmation as required by hospital location.

Hearing Screening Associates is an Equal Opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.