This position handles basic newborn hearing screening testing (automated auditory brainstem response and otoacoustic emission testing) conducted on all newborns in the University of Virginia well-baby, transitional, and NICU nurseries prior to their discharge.
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Provides routine screening testing that is monitored by a clinical audiologist. Both automated auditory brainstem response (AABR) and otoacoustic emission (OAE) testing are conducted with a screening protocol (Pass/Fail).
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Responsible for reporting screening results to the audiology supervisor, as well as to the attending physicians and pediatricians (via electronic medical record).
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Responsible for tracking of all infants tested and for maintaining appropriate documentation of all test results so that infants requiring follow-up receive diagnostic testing by a clinical audiologist in a timely manner.
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Responsible for data input and for maintaining all records for a database.
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In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Position Compensation Range: The pay range for this role is $15.00 - $19.19 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Degree or equivalent. After hire, completed newborn hearing screening training with a clinical audiologist. Experience: None. Basic knowledge of and experience utilizing a personal computer. Basic word processing skills required. Licensure: None. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling, climbing (ladder, steps) and driving. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, vibrations, humidity, cold, heat, noise, outdoor climate, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
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