Join our team as a Casual Audiology Assistant - Newborn Hearing!

Primary 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.

+ Maintain a high degree of cleanliness and order within clinic, testing areas and equipment.

+ 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.

+ Consult with audiologist or manager if there are equipment problems or other issues.

+ Complete forms and other paperwork and conducts other miscellaneous clerical duties as needed.

+ All other duties as assigned by manager.

+ 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.

+ Document results according to the prospective hospital's procedures.

+ Participate in quality assurance, confidentiality and compliance activities.

+ 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.

+ Analytical ability to understand testing equipment and procedures.

+ Cognitive ability to think clearly and accurately to assist with pediatric patient testing.

+ Communication skills needed to work effectively with patients, parents, staff members and supervisor.

+ Audio and visual acuity for observation of test analysis.Interpersonal skills necessary to frequently interact with patients of various developmental levels and family members in periods of emotional stress.

+ Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.Basic computer skills.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Clearances with Renewal

+ Act 31, 33, 34, & 73

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran