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Audiology Asst-Newborn Hearing at UPMC
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Audiometric Testing, Patient Education, Newborn Screening, Technical Equipment, Data Recording, Patient Safety, Communication, Resource Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a casual Audiology Assistant for newborn screening at Magee Women's Hospital. Under the direction of an Audiologist and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Audiologist Assistant provides support to department clinicians. The Audiologist Assistant uses a variety of audiometric technical equipment and works with patients and families while assisting with testing and/or newborn infant hearing screening. Responsibilities: Assist in patient audiometric testing and in patient education Screen newborns to access level of hearing acuity using technical audiometric equipment. Recognize need to postpone screening and request medical assistance for newborn as necessary. Demonstrate cost effective use of human and material resources and report supply and material shortages to manager/director. Relay screening results to parents. Retrieve test results and record data according to department standards. Perform functions that require using audiometric technical equipment. Ensure patient safety through contacting a physician, either through the ENT services or ER, of any occurrence or incident relating to patient care. High School diploma required. 1 year experience working with children OR junior/senior level undergraduate student, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.BS in health related field preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Act 31/33/34/73 child abuse clearances with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
The Audiology Assistant assists in patient audiometric testing and education, screens newborns for hearing acuity, and relays results to parents. They ensure patient safety and manage resources effectively while adhering to established policies and procedures.