Newborn Hearing Screener

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The newborn hearing screener technicians provide technical assistance to staff audiologists in the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) program. They perform hearing screening on all newborns in the Mother-Baby unit and in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

• Provide technical assistance to staff audiologists in the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Program.
• Perform hearing screening on newborns in the Mother-Baby Unit and in the Neonatal Intensive Care unity (NICU) following the established protocol and report results in the electronic patient record, making plans for appropriate follow-up as needed based on results of the screening and risk factors for hearing loss.
• Communicate screening results with other providers following system-approved methods for insuring patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Follow established infection control procedures.
• Troubleshoot screening equipment and report problems, track supply inventory, and report other needs to EHDI coordinator.
• Complete billing documentation for all screening procedures.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include 1-2 weekends per month and some holidays.
  
  

Required Qualifications*

• High school diploma required
• Knowledge of computer and systems
• Excellent customer service skills and general problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates an ability to interact well with patients and families in a respectful and compassionate way
• Adheres to Michigan Medicine's standard of providing world-class care
  
  

Desired Qualifications*

• Bachelor's or Associates Degree or combination of education and experience
• Experience with direct-patient care
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record System
  
  

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Union Affiliation

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the Service Employees International Union - Healthcare Michigan (SEIU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Opening ID

258065

Working Title

Newborn Hearing Screener

Job Title

Patient Care Tech Associate

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Audiology - Newborn Screen

Posting Begin/End Date

12/18/2024 - 1/01/2025

Career Interest

Patient Care Services

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