Performs hearing screening tests on newborns and infants using special computerized technological equipment, according to established protocols.

Work location: Silver Spring, MD and Germantown, MD

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED Or equivalent. (Required)

Minimum Work Experience

1 year related experience preferably in pediatric clinical support or childcare (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge

Basic math calculations-addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; data entry/computer skills preferred; knowledge of general office equipment. Physical requirements include light lifting (20 pounds maximum) and usually involving walking or standing to a significant degree; bending the body downward at the waist and the ability to coordinate eyes and hands and the ability to manipulate small objects quickly and accurately.

Functional Accountabilities

Screenings

* Conduct hearing screenings on newborns using appropriate procedures and computer technology.

Timeline

* Coordinate own schedule in cooperation with program manager and other technicians.

Technology Upkeep

* Maintain computer software for tracking of infants

Organizational Accountabilities

Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)

Organizational Commitment/Identification

* Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met

Teamwork/Communication

* Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior

* Partner with all team members to achieve goals

* Receptive to others' ideas and opinions

Performance Improvement/Problem-solving

* Contribute to a positive work environment

* Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change

* Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes

* Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment

Cost Management/Financial Responsibility

* Use resources efficiently

* Search for less costly ways of doing things

Safety

* Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance

* Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation

* Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation

* Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication

* Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers

* Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance