About the role
We are seeking a Newborn Hearing Screener for a long-term, per diem role in our Brandon, FL location.
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is a premiere clinical and academic health system, providing expert pediatric care for infants, children, and teens with some of the most challenging medical problems. Ranked in multiple specialties by U.S. News & World Report, we provide access to innovative treatments and therapies. With more than half of the 259 beds in our teaching hospital devoted to intensive care level services, we are the regional pediatric referral center for Florida's West Coast. Physicians and community hospitals count on us to care for critically ill patients and perform complex surgical procedures. The location for this role is in Bradenton, FL.
Position Summary:
The Newborn Hearing Screener performs hearing screenings for newborns at various hospital locations. The successful candidate will demonstrate effective strategies to maximize accurate test results and provide excellent patient care.
Location: Brandon, FL
Shift: Days; Casual/On Call
Key Accountabilities:
- Performs hearing screenings in assigned locations, following established protocols and procedures
- Follows test protocols to ensure minimum age, patient test state, and stable criteria are met before screening
- Uses appropriate test techniques for preparation and proper electrode placement to ensure accurate results
- Communicates the newborn hearing screening process and results to parents and provides appropriate educational materials
- Accurately submits billing paperwork within the same working day of hearing screening
- Identifies all new births and enters patient demographic data into the screening equipment
- Performs proper hand hygiene and follows established equipment cleaning protocols to maintain a safe and healthy environment
- Demonstrates service excellence and provides a safe environment for patient care
Requirements:
- High School diploma, GED, Certificate of Completion, or equivalent achievement
- Current BLS certification
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Entry level is encouraged to apply
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate your needs
- Recognition and reward for outstanding performance
Flat Rate: $22.00/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.