Newborn Hearing Screener Technician

Job Summary

Responsible for testing all well babies and NICU babies for the infant hearing screen program per department/State guidelines under the guidance and direction of the licensed Audiologist. Supports and assists the Audiologist with scheduling, implementing, and conducting of all tests and procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a related field Required or
• Vocational/Technical Degree in a related field Required
• Bachelor's Degree In a related field Preferred

Work Experience

• 1 year Patient / Health Care experience Preferred

Essential Functions

• Perform hearing screens and general duties; assist Audiologist with patient care, maintaining equipment and facilities.
• Test for infant hearing screens on all well newborns and NICU babies after competency is obtained.
• Execute treatment programs under supervision of Audiologist.
• Coordinate programs with other disciplines.
• Prepare treatment areas for incoming patients.
• Transport patients to therapy department and prepare patients and equipment for treatments.
• Maintain established levels of supplies including testing, linens, and office supplies.
• Provide general assistance to Audiologist as directed, including instruction to patients concerning the use of equipment and directions for procedures.
• Perform clerical duties such as maintain statistics, writing patient charges, answering telephone, and other related duties as directed.
• Treat patients and families with compassion and implement plan of care.
• Base care decisions on plan of care.
• Monitor and document patient response.
• Establish rapport with clients. Adapt communication style, listen and respond to patient needs.
• Recognize age-specific responses to treatment.
• Provide effective interventions.
• Respect patients' confidentiality and privacy.
• Support social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.
• Manage difficult or emotional patient situations.
• Document and submit required information and data in a timely fashion.
• Clearly and accurately document designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.
• Ensure that documentation is tailored to expected readers/users.
• Use correct terminology.
• Conform to required style and format.