State Data Specialist, Newborn Hearing Screen
- Requisition ID:
- 52734
- Location:
- Remote
- Type:
- Full Time
- Category:
- Hearing Screen Technician
Job Details
The State Data Specialist centralizes and manages all state reporting responsibilities for assigned state(s) within the Hearing Screen program. This role ensures data accuracy, strengthens state compliance, and directly influences program certification outcomes. The Specialist serves as the primary point of contact for state reporting agencies and supports internal teams through training, workflow oversight, and data reconciliation activities.
This role requires strong independence, time management, and the ability to work with detailed data workflows. Must maintain confidentiality and comply with all data security and privacy requirements. This role requires participation in virtual meetings, training sessions, and team collaboration activities.
Requirements
- Respond to state requests (TEHDI) for information within 24–48 hours and verify data accuracy prior to submission.
- Participate in state EHDI calls, maintain current knowledge of reporting requirements, and ensure site participation and documentation of attendance.
- Act as the primary liaison between the organization and state reporting entities to support compliance and clear communication.
- Provide training, guidance, and ongoing support to staff involved in state data reporting processes.
- Manage weekly data workflows, including running filters, assigning pending records, merging patient files, adding missed infants, and processing transfers and refusals.
- Reconcile Soundata records with state databases (TEHDI) to ensure accuracy, alignment, and complete reporting.
- Maintain and update scorecard and certification tracking tools to support program performance and audit readiness.
- Monitor daily data submissions and validate accuracy to ensure timely, compliant reporting.
- Track and follow outpatient rescreen appointment outcomes to support state requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or GED required
Experience Industry: Healthcare Administration
Experience:
- At least 6 months of experience with healthcare data reporting or state compliance work.
- Preferred: Experience with Soundata or similar data/reporting systems. Familiarity with the TX TEHDI system.
- Preferred: Familiarity with newborn hearing screening programs, EHDI reporting, or public health data systems.
Skills/Abilities:
- Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to train and support team members.
- Exceptional attention to detail and data accuracy
- Proficient in Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, and SharePoint.
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.
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.
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