Infant Hearing Screener, Child Development Programs (10540)

Overview

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Who you are

You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage. You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard. You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills. 48_Scheduling Created with Sketch.

Schedule

The successful candidate will be available: At least 2-3 days per week (M-F) (shift length will vary but will not exceed 8 hours). At least 1-2 weekends per month (shift lengths will vary depending on the number of infants to be seen). The position will involve providing coverage at multiple locations across York and Durham Regions and flexible availability to provide back-up coverage is an asset. Please note schedules are subject to change based on operational needs. 48_Budget Created with Sketch.

Compensation

YRSLP03: $ per hour 48_Innovation Created with Sketch.

Contract length

Part Time Temporary (Approx. March 31st, 2025)

Responsibilities

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Coordinate

Using online systems (CDIS/Caredove) to capture consent and/or screening results and to book appointments for community screenings, where required. Conducting newborn hearing screening tests (using ADPOAE and AABR technology) on infants in hospital and/or community settings. Using the web-based scheduling system to track personal screening schedule, clinics, availability and requests for time off. 48_Support Created with Sketch.

Support

Working with the Regional Trainer to: Complete any required training. Address any protocol/procedure questions/concerns. Report any issues with equipment. Work out back-up coverage, if needed. Working with Manager and Clinical Leader to: Report any shift scheduling questions/concerns. Ensure data meets MCCSS timeline for entry. 48_Quality Assurance Created with Sketch.

Quality assurance

Working closely with hospital/community staff to ensure families are able to access the services available. Ensuring screening results are entered before the end of the day. Maintaining equipment in good working order and ensuring a sufficient stock of supplies is available. Participating in meetings that pertain to their role as a hearing screener. 48_Performance Created with Sketch.

Performance

Adhering to the MCCSS guidelines for the use of a consent script for Universal Newborn Hearing Screening (UNHS). Providing information to parents whose infant receives a “refer” result on the screening tests. Using the high-risk indicators to determine which children should enter our high-risk monitoring service. Adhering to infection control protocols.

Requirements

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Qualifications

Completion of a Communicative Disorders Assistant, Early Childhood Education diploma or pediatric nursing is an asset. Experience conducting infant hearing screening (ADPOAE and AABR) is strongly preferred (but not required). Experience working with young children (preferably infants) and their parents. Aptitude for learning and operating hearing screening equipment. Driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required. 48_Creative Created with Sketch.

Initiative

Demonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standard. Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital-related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required. 48_Assessment Created with Sketch.

Skills

Demonstrated strong knowledge of child development with an emphasis on hearing, speech and language. Effective public relation skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a sensitivity to people of different cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment. Proficient computer skills. Fluency in English; second language is an asset.