Title: Audiology Technician PRN
Location: United States-Kansas-Wichita-Wesley Medical Center
Other Locations: null
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Works under the supervision of the Audiologist to assist with the newborn infant hearing screening program, by providing hearing screens and documentation of results
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Screens infants for hearing loss using otoacoustic emissions (OAE) and/or automated auditory brainstem screening (AABR) technology
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Assists the Audiologist with filing, data collection, or other clerical responsibilities as directed
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Participates in team meetings and process improvement activities
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Understands and responds appropriately to critical and sensitive health situations
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Assists the Audiologist in coordinating the process of the newborn hearing screening with staff in the Birth Care Center, Women's Hospital (floors 3, 4, 5), NICU and NSCU
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Communicates effectively and within the boundaries of a technician regarding the outcome of the infant's hearing screening
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Assists the Audiologist in documenting and compiling data required by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) for the newborn infant hearing screening (NIHS) program
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Required Registration, Licensure or Certification
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Current Basic Life Support (BLS) verification course, as specified in policy
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Required Education or Experience
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High School Diploma or equivalent
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Preferred Education or Experience
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Previous experience in Audiology, Speech, or Healthcare related field
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College level course work in Speech Pathology or Audiology
