What are the responsibilities and job description for the Newborn Hearing Screener - Audiology Inpatient - PRN position at Womans Hospital?
The Newborn Hearing Screener is responsible for screening hearing sensitivity of all infants born at the hospital prior to discharge. Administers Otoacoustic Emission (OAE) and Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) screenings and interpretation of the results accurately to caregivers. Completes all applicable paperwork and parent counseling. Performs other duties assigned by department management according to the policies and procedures and the mission of Woman's Hospital.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must complete an online course, Newborn Hearing Screener Training Curriculum (NHSTC), and pass an exam to obtain a Certificate of Completion following on the job training.
- Background in speech pathology and audiology is preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Implements a comprehensive and timely audiological hearing screening program for infants.
- Identifies patient needs and initiates plan of assessment in a timely manner.
- Monitors calibration of Otacoustic Emission equipment and Auditory Brainstem Response equipment.
- Provides to all newborns OAE evaluations for determination of "integrity of hearing". Provides ABR screenings to all newborns in NICU with length of stay at or greater than 5 days.
- Compiles data and statistical information for program development and accountability records.
- Any other duties as assigned by Woman's Hospital.
Schedule:
PRN:
10 - 15 hours per week, some weekends
Pay Range:
Hourly/Non-Exempt
$14.00 - $20.00; based on work experience
A Work Experience with Purpose
Woman’s is one of the largest specialty hospitals for women and infants in the United States. We are recognized throughout the country for our innovative programs, and we pride ourselves in surpassing the expectations of those we serve. Providing exceptional patient care and creating exceptional patient experiences are at the center of what we do at Woman’s. Our team consistently exceeds state and national benchmarks for patient satisfaction.
Our employees, organizational culture, mission, vision, values, and benefits make Woman’s a best place to work. In fact, for the 17th year in a row, Woman’s has been recognized as a Best Place to Work by Modern Healthcare – making us the only healthcare organization to earn the distinction every year since the program’s inception. We are proud of the level of care our staff provides to our patients and each other.
If you have any questions or would like to connect with one of our recruiters directly, please e-mail hrjobs@womans.org
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Woman’s Hospital. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Salary : $14 - $20
