NEWBORN HEARING SCREENER TECHNICIAN

Newborn Hearing Screener Technician Albany, GA Apply For This Role View Full Job Description Apply For This Role View Full Job Description Job Number:

34120

Location:

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Address:

417 W 3rd

Ave Albany, GA Postal Code:

31701

Shift:

Variable (United States of America)

Job Type:

PRN/Per Diem Newborn Hearing Screener Technician Location:

Albany, GA Job ID:

34120 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. Other Opportunities RN- Care Manager (PRN) Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Albany, GA LPN - Home Health Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Albany, GA Occupational Therapist Phoebe Northwest Albany, GA CNA/PCA Observation Unit Days Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Albany, GA CNA/PCA Observation Unit Days Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Albany, GA