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This job administers a variety of diagnostic audiological exams; counsels patients, families, and physicians regarding test results, and reviews options that best meet their hearing healthcare needs. Performs audiological services in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of hearing and balance disorders for people of all ages. Evaluates, orders, and dispenses hearing aids and cochlear implants.
Education
Required - Master's degree in Audiology, or a Doctor of Audiology Doctorate (Au.D.) in state of practice.
Work Experience
Required - 1 year of experience in the audiology field.
Certifications
Required - Current hearing aid license in state of practice.
Preferred - Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology, CCC-A from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care processes.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively collaborate and interact with patients and other healthcare professionals.
- Clinical skills indicative of a Board-certified audiologist.
- Ability to identify, test, diagnose, and manage hearing disorders in all populations.
- Ability to effectively counsel patients regarding hearing healthcare and possible treatment/management options.
- Ability to perform Auditory Brainstem Response testing, Vestibular assessments, otoscopies, and make ear impressions.
- Working knowledge of hearing loss prevention methods to educate the public properly.
- Ability to organize time and prioritize numerous duties within strict deadlines.
- Ability to handle patients in a caring and respectful manner and plan accordingly for medically complex patients.
Job Duties
- Assesses auditory function in normal hearing and hearing-impaired patients of all ages.
- Communicates educational, medical, and diagnostic procedural information to the patient and/or patient's family in a clear and concise manner.
- Conducts comprehensive diagnostic audiological evaluations, newborn hearing screenings, and otoacoustic emissions.
- Assesses candidacy of patients with hearing loss for hearing aids and implantable devices and provides appropriate rehabilitation options to ensure the best possible outcome.
- Facilitates departmental practice by scheduling and coordinating all appointment types.
- Assists in the orientation and training of new employees as assigned and attends appropriate in-services/education programs.
- Fits and calibrates hearing aids for patients and conducts auditory brainstem response evaluations as needed.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style.
- Performs other related duties as required.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer 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, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work.
Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid. The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning, and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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