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Newborn Hearing Screener

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The newborn hearing screener technicians perform hearing screening on all newborns in the Mother-Baby unit, NICU, and other specialty care floors. Additionally, they provide technical assistance to staff audiologists in the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) program.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

+ Provide technical assistance to staff audiologists in the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Program.

+ Perform hearing screening on newborns in the Mother-Baby Unit and in the Neonatal Intensive Care unit (NICU) following the established protocol and report results in the electronic patient record, making plans for appropriate follow-up as needed based on results of the screening and risk factors for hearing loss.

+ Communicate screening results with other providers following system-approved methods for insuring patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.

+ Follow established infection control procedures.

+ Troubleshoot screening equipment and report problems, track supply inventory, and report other needs to EHDI coordinator.

+ Complete billing documentation for all screening procedures.

+ Work a flexible schedule that may include 1-2 weekends per month and some holidays.

Required Qualifications*

+ Graduation from high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary

Physical Requirements

+ This position requires moderate standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

Desired Qualifications*

+ Bachelor's or associate degree or combination of education and experience

+ Experience with direct-patient care

+ Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record System

+ Knowledge of computer and systems

+ Excellent customer service skills and general problem-solving skills

+ Demonstrates an ability to interact well with patients and families in a respectful and compassionate way

+ Adheres to Michigan Medicine's standard of providing world-class care

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

272357

Working Title

Newborn Hearing Screener

Job Title

Patient Care Technician

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Audiology - Newborn Screen

Posting Begin/End Date

12/24/2025 - 1/07/2026

Salary

$43,056.00 - $62,462.40

Career Interest

Service Employees Intl Union (SEIU)