Newborn Hearing Screener
Core
Screens the hearing of newborn infants in the nursery using OAEs and ABR tests, schedules follow-up appointments, and communicates results to parents and hospital personnel.
Role type
Newborn Hearing Screener
Builds
Diagnostic audiology follow-up appointments and hearing screening reports
Domain
Healthcare / Neonatology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Otoacoustic emissions (OAEs) testing, Auditory brainstem response (ABR) testing, Patient counseling, Medical record documentation, Appointment scheduling, Infection control procedures
Responsibilities
Screen newborn hearing using OAEs and ABR tests, Counsel parents on screening results and follow-up needs, Document findings in electronic medical records, Schedule diagnostic audiology appointments for infants who do not pass screening, Interact with pediatrics, neonatology, and nursing services, Report problems to medical personnel and coordinator