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Mankato Clinic Ltd

OB Educator

Mankato, MN · On-site

$21/hr

The OB Educator is responsible for teaching Prepared Childbirth, Breastfeeding, and Newborn Care ... Employment is contingent on successful completion of drug screen, health assessment, and background ...

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As of Aug 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for newborn screening in Minnesota is $28.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.35 and $29.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Newborn Screening job involves testing newborns for certain genetic, metabolic, and congenital conditions shortly after birth. Professionals in this role collect and analyze blood samples, ensuring early detection of disorders that could affect a baby's health. They work in hospitals, laboratories, or public health agencies to help facilitate early diagnosis and treatment. This job requires attention to detail, knowledge of laboratory procedures, and often collaboration with healthcare providers.

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A typical day for a Newborn Screening professional involves handling and processing blood samples from newborns, performing diagnostic tests to identify potential metabolic or genetic disorders, and documenting results according to regulatory standards. You’ll work closely with laboratory colleagues, physicians, and public health officials to ensure timely follow-up on abnormal findings. The work often requires a mix of bench lab procedures, meticulous recordkeeping, and collaboration with other healthcare teams to ensure positive patient outcomes. This role is detail-oriented and fast-paced, given the importance of early detection for successful intervention.

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To thrive in Newborn Screening, you generally need a background in medical laboratory science, nursing, or a related healthcare field, along with applicable state or national certifications. Familiarity with laboratory information systems, specimen collection tools, and strict adherence to protocols and diagnostic assays is essential. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure are important soft skills. These competencies are critical to ensure timely, accurate detection of treatable conditions in newborns and effective communication with healthcare teams and families.

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Infographic showing various Newborn Screening job openings in Minnesota as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,091 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Newborn Hearing Screen Technician - Per Diem

Pediatrix

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$17.25 - $21.10/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 14 days ago

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Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

603rd of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Requisition ID: 54411
Location: 2450 Riverside Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55454
Type: Per Diem
Category: Hearing Screen
Join us in making a difference in the early detection of hearing loss in newborns as a
Newborn Hearing Screen Technician!
As a newborn hearing screen technician, you will provide hearing screens in the hospital after a baby is born. You will work on-site at one or more hospital locations to screen newborns for hearing loss. At Pediatrix, you will receive on-the-job training. This includes annual certification accredited by the American Academy of Audiology. By offering this certification, we strive to ensure our employees are adept in improving early detection of hearing impairments and encouraging timely intervention.
University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital

Requirements

The Hearing Screen Technician (HST) performs hearing screens and provides education to parents on the relevance of hearing screens and the importance of early intervention.

  • Comply with all company and facility policies and procedures including, but not limited to, appropriate PPE, required vaccinations and other safety/security protocols, Company and Hospital Orientations and annual compliance modules; Raise any questions or concerns from hospital staff and/or leadership as appropriate to HS Manager.
  • Evaluate each patient for "screen readiness" prior to performing a screen; the technician will only screen patients that are in the appropriate state to achieve a reliable result (fed, quiet, not moving/agitated, calm)
  • Collect all necessary data/demographics for each baby. Perform the hearing screen and all screen-related services on all eligible babies during each shift. Ensure documentation protocol is followed for every screen.
  • Treat each screened baby (and his/her family) with the care and consideration required at this important development milestone.
  • Upload all screen results/billing/state reporting by the end of each shift and ensure the stats for each screen are complete and reconciled, unless otherwise instructed by Site Supervisor.
  • Perform all screens in an efficient manner and follow the appropriate process to minimize time in the patient room, without sacrificing quality or patient education / satisfaction.
  • Ensure all relevant information is provided to the party responsible for each screened baby, and the parent/guardian receives appropriate education about the necessity of the screen, and what to do with the results.
  • Notify Site Supervisor of all missed and final refer babies.
  • Schedule Outpatient appointment for refer babies, where appropriate. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience Industry: Entry Level Healthcare

Minimum Qualification/Education Level:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Current CPR Certification or must obtain upon offer.
  • Flexibility to work on weekends and national holidays required

Preferred Experience Years:

  • Entry Level
    • One to three months of previous experience with newborns and in a medical setting

Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
  • Ability to prioritize daily tasks and assignments
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility to work on weekends and national holidays required
  • Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand and walk frequently (95% of shift)
  • Ability to push/pull up to 100 pounds frequently
  • Demonstrate sensitivity when speaking to family and when handling patients
  • Computer proficiency and ability to perform accurate data entry

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Benefits and Compensation

Take great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that's not only our motto at work each day; it's also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU.

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families.

The pay for this position ranges from $17.25 - $21.10 per hour and is based on years of relevant experience.

Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site.

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