Health Screener

**DO NOT CALL OUR OFFICE ABOUT THIS POSITION**

Ears and Hearing, PA is looking for part-time infant hearing screeners.

We currently have an exciting opportunity available for a Newborn Hearing Technician to work on a PRN PART-TIME basis. Positions are based in a busy Newborn Nursery / NICU hospital setting. This part time position will enable the right person to work an average of 20 hours or more per week beginning at 8:00 AM . Our program operates 7 days a week 365 days a year. A PRN would be scheduled as needed and it would include weekends and holidays.

Do you love babies? Have an interest in health care? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of children? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then we have a unique opportunity for you.

We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our dynamic and exciting team. In this position you will work on-site at one or more hospital locations to screen newborns for medical disorders that may occur in or after the newborn phase.

As a newborn hearing screener, you will provide hearing screens in the hospital to babies who may be just a few days old. You need great communication skills as well as the interest and ability to learn; we will provide you with the rest of the training you need to succeed.

On a typical day, you will conduct newborn hearing screens, usually in a new mom’s hospital room, and help educate parents about the importance of the screen using video and printed tools we provide. You will also be in charge of entering patient data and validation of hearing screens, as needed. Additional responsibilities may include helping to confirm or reschedule outpatient appointments, following up on any equipment issues and training new staff.

• Perform newborn hearing screens using OAE or AABR Certified equipment;
• Verifying insurance information with parent/guardian
• Documenting hearing screen results accurately
• Following protocol for timely submission of billing
• Following protocol related to security and identification of infants
• Following infection control, safety awareness and other hospital, company, and program policies
• Recognizing potential problems and obtaining assistance, when necessary, in a timely manner
• Completion of company and hospital orientation or classes, including patient privacy training
• Completion and maintenance of employee health requirements
• Other duties as assigned

DO NOT CONTACT THE HOSPITAL DIRECTLY- this is a job with Ears & Hearing and you'll need to apply via Indeed. DO NOT CALL OUR OFFICES INQUIRING ABOUT THIS JOB. If you pass the initial screening process through Indeed then we will reach out to you.

The Newborn Hearing Technician performs hearing screens, provides education to parents pertaining to the relevance of hearing screening and early intervention and records patient information and hearing screen results.

If you are a motivated, self-starter we encourage you to apply.

THE POSITION PAYS PER SCREEN!! It can take up to 20 minutes to complete a screen.

This position is a leisurely part-time position but can work to supplement income with other part-time jobs.

Candidates MUST have all vaccinations done or be willing to get them done by their provider or they will not be considered for this position. Please make sure you answer correctly via Indeed on what vaccines you have with ACTUAL DOCUMENTATION in hand. You need to have proof of these vaccines. Some vaccinations will be reimbursed by the company after being onboard for 90 days including a required fittest.

Effective:

October 1st, 2021 Ears and Hearing, PA is encouraging all employees and new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they qualify for an approved medical and/or religious exemption.

~ Still interested???? Please apply with a COVER LETTER and UPDATED resume to be considered~

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• No nights
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person