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How much do newborn screening technician jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for newborn screening technician in the United States is $54,605.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $60,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a newborn screening technician?

Newborn Screening Technicians are healthcare professionals who collect and process blood samples from newborns to test for a variety of genetic, metabolic, and congenital disorders. They ensure samples are accurately labeled, properly stored, and promptly transported to laboratories for analysis. Their work helps identify potential health conditions early, allowing for timely interventions that can prevent serious health problems and improve long-term outcomes for infants.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a newborn screening technician?

To thrive as a Newborn Screening Technician, you need a background in laboratory science, attention to detail, and familiarity with sample collection and handling, often supported by an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a life science field. Proficiency with laboratory information systems (LIS), automated analyzers, and techniques such as PCR or mass spectrometry is typically required. Strong organizational skills, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills for ensuring accurate and timely processing of specimens. These skills and qualities are essential to maintain high testing standards, ensure early detection of disorders, and support the health of newborns and their families.

What are some common challenges faced by newborn screening technicians, and how can they be managed effectively?

Newborn Screening Technicians often handle a high volume of specimens daily, requiring strict adherence to protocols and attention to detail to avoid errors. Time management and the ability to remain focused in a fast-paced, laboratory setting are essential to ensuring timely and accurate results. Collaborating closely with laboratory staff and communicating effectively with healthcare providers helps streamline workflows and catch potential issues early. Regular training and staying updated on best practices can also help technicians manage evolving technologies and regulatory requirements.

What is the difference between Newborn Screening Technician vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectNewborn Screening TechnicianLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification may be preferredHigh school diploma or associate degree; certifications vary by specialty
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, public health labs focusing on newbornsMedical, research, or industrial labs handling various specimens
Employer & Industry UsagePublic health departments, hospitals, clinicsHospitals, research institutions, private labs
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

While both roles involve laboratory work, Newborn Screening Technicians focus specifically on testing newborns for genetic and metabolic disorders, often working in public health settings. Laboratory Technicians have a broader scope, working across various lab environments and testing different specimens. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path based on their skills and interests.

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Infographic showing various Newborn Screening Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,605 per year, or $26.3 per hour.

Rehab Screening Technician - Audiology Services

Hawaii Pacific Health

Honolulu, HI • On-site

$39K - $48K/yr

Other

Posted 21 days ago

Hawaii Pacific Health rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

106th of 894 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children is Hawai'i’s only maternity, newborn and pediatric specialty hospital. It is well recognized as Hawai'i’s leader in the care of women, infants and children. With 253 beds, the not-for-profit hospital delivers 6,000 babies a year, and is also a medical teaching and research facility. Specialty services for patients throughout Hawai'i and the Pacific Region include intensive care for infants and children, 24-hour emergency pediatric and adult care, critical care air transport and high-risk perinatal care. Over 1,400 employees and more than 700 physicians provide specialty care at Kapi'olani. The hospital is home to the Kapi'olani Women’s Center and the Women’s Cancer Center, and offers numerous community programs and services, such as specialty pediatric clinics, the Kapi'olani Child Protection Center and the Sex Abuse Treatment Center.

Kapi‘olani's Audiology department is composed of a multidisciplinary team of expertly trained professionals dedicated to providing audiology services and consultation for inpatients and outpatients at our central location and contract sites. The department includes the Cochlear Implant Team, which was formed in 2005 to provide critical services so that children can enter the world of sound without having to leave Hawai‘i for specialized treatment. In addition to an ear, nose and throat specialist, the team includes an audiologist, a speech/language pathologist, a clinical psychologist, a social worker, a physical and occupational therapist and, depending on the patient’s age, a school liaison.

If you are a caring and nurturing health care provider and would enjoy the opportunity to detect and heal potential problems for newborn children, you could do so as the Rehab Screening Technician in the Audiology and Rehabilitation Services department. In this role, you will screen the hearing of newborn babies for potential problems as part of the newborn screening program. We are looking for someone with excellent patient care skills, who shares our commitment to delivering the highest quality health care to Hawai‘i’s people.

Location: Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children

Work Schedule: Rotating - 8 Hours

Work Type: Per Diem

FTE: 0.475000

Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining

Exempt: No

Req ID 34103

Pay Range: 18.83 - 23.54 USD per hour

Category: Rehab Services

Minimum Qualifications: High school or equivalent. Current American Heart Association Heart Saver – AED CPR card.

Preferred Qualifications: One (1) year rehabilitation services, patient care, or customer service related experience.

EOE/AA/Disabled/Vets

Hawai‘i Pacific Health offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes pay and benefits. Rate of pay for selected candidates will be determined by various factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, relevant experience and training, as well as internal peer equity.

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