Newborn Hearing Screener

Job Summary

• Onsite Neonatal Partners is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Newborn Hearing Screener to join our healthcare team at St Luke's Hospitals in Allentown, Easton and Quakertown.
• It is required that all candidates be able to work at all three locations listed.
• In this vital role, we will train you to perform hearing screenings on newborns to identify potential hearing impairments promptly, ensuring timely intervention and support.
• You will contribute to the health and development of infants, providing peace of mind to families and healthcare providers alike.
• This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the youngest patients and their families.

• You will be trained to conduct hearing screen tests, communicate test results with parents and clinicians, educate on post-discharge follow-up as needed, and assist with data inputting and billing.
• You will be reporting to the Hearing Screen Coordinator at St.
• Luke’s Hospital.
• This position would be ideal for someone with experience working in a healthcare/daycare environment or wanting to work while their children are in school.
• We will provide all newborn hearing screener training.

This is a daytime per diem/part time position, some weekends are required, and a shared responsibility of the team. Evening shifts are not available.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive hearing screenings on newborns using specialized equipment that we will train you to use.
• Accurately document screening results, ensuring clear communication with parents and healthcare teams.
• Newborn or Pediatric experience preferred, general healthcare background or childcare experience required.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and compassion when handling infants.
• Must have a somewhat flexible schedule, including the ability to work weekdays, weekends and holidays. Passion for providing family-centered customer service.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and effectively prioritize daily tasks and assignments.
• Ability to perform accurate and timely data entry

• Skills
• Excellent patient service and interpersonal skills with a compassionate approach tailored to newborns and their families.
• Ability to perform accurate hearing screens and interpret screening data effectively after training.
• Effective communication skills for explaining procedures clearly and empathetically to parents.

Join us in this rewarding role where your skills will directly impact early detection of hearing issues in newborns!