Newborn Hearing Screener Technician

Job Number:

32131

Location:

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital

Street Address:

417 W 3rd Ave

City, State:

Albany, Georgia

Zip Code:

31701

Department:

PPMH AUDIOLOGY

Shift:

First Shift

Job Type:

PRN/Per Diem

Posted Date:

2025-07-03

Job Description Summary:

Perform hearing screenings for newborns

Description:

•    JOB SUMMARY
o    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. 
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
•    Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines 
•    Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization 
•    Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures 
•    Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs) 
•    Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. 
•    Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills. 
•    Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate. 
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WORKING CONDITIONS
•    General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels. 
•    May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. 
•    May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms. 
•    May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. 
•    Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. 
•    May be scheduled as needed including overtime 
OSHA CATEGORY
•    OSHA Category I - Employees will all be exposed to specific hazards as a regular part of their job.
QUALIFICATIONS
•    EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
•    2 year / Associate Degree in or Vocational / Technical Degree in a related field (Required) 
•    4 year / Bachelor's Degree in In a related field (Preferred) 
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EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
•    1 - 2 years Patient / Health Care  (Preferred)
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CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
•    Not Applicable - No Certification and Licensure Requirements Required or Preferred
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GENERAL SKILLS
•    Organizational Skills
•    Communication Skills
•    Interpersonal Skills
•    Customer Relations
•    Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
•    Follow Verbal Instructions
•    Basic Computer Skills
•    Able to concentrate on minimal to fine detail with constant interruptions
•    Able to understand and relate to specific ideas one to several at the time
•    Able to remember task/assignment for a few hours to multiple tasks/assignments over a long period of time
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
•    Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
•    Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
•    Standing - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
•    Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
•    Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
•    Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
•    Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
•    Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
•    Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
•    Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)