Audiologist

Description

AUDIOLOGIST POSITION SUMMARY:

The Audiologist is responsible for administering diagnostic audiological tests that allow the differentiation between types of hearing disorders. The Audiologist will provide hearing aid testing, selection and fitting to all populations. Also, provides comprehensive diagnostic testing including ABR, ENG, VNG and other tests as needed. The Audiologist counsels patients regarding test results and reviews options which best meet their hearing care needs. Reviews pricing and sale of hearing aids as a part of the patient education process. Audiologist will hold an Master’s or Doctorate degree in Audiology, current state and national certification. Must have Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) or eligibility.

AUDIOLOGIST PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Administers Diagnostic Tests
• Performs Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR), Electronystagmography (ENG), Electrocochleography (ECoG), Auditory Steady State Response (ASSR), Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE), Tympanometry, Audiological Evaluations, ETD testing and acoustic reflex threshold and tone decay testing.
• Provides amplification services including, hearing aid assessment testing, real ear measurements and live speech mapping.
• Coordinates and interprets test results.
• Consults with and makes recommendation on hearing disorders to physicians.
• Based on test results, diagnoses audio vestibular disorders.
• Coordinates care with physicians and other providers.
• Completes chart notes for each patient seen and sends written report to referring physician and primary care physician
• Manages Hearing Rehabilitation
• Counsels patients regarding test results.
• Makes recommendation regarding hearing care options.
• Reviews products available to improve hearing impairment.
• Sells appropriate hearing care products and warranties as deemed necessary to meet the needs of the patient.
• Provides hearing aid dispensing, including selection, fitting, ear-mold acoustics, ongoing management with follow-up, and education.
• Demonstrates and sells Assisted Living Devices (ALD’s), batteries, and other special products.
• Performs hearing aid repairs.
• Performs hearing aid checks and cleaning.
• Miscellaneous duties

Requirements

AUDIOLOGIST JOB SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Audiology, current state and national certification. Must have Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) or eligibility.
• Holds hearing instrument dispensing license, if separate license is required in the state
• Excellent interpersonal skills that allow effective working relationships with a diverse customer, colleague, and vendor population. This includes listening, sales, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with EMR systems a plus
• Strong keyboard/computer/Audiology diagnostic and hearing aid software and equipment experience.
• Must be able to organize time and prioritize numerous duties within strict deadlines.
• Requires the ability to deal with numerous interruptions.
• Must deal with customers in a caring and respectful manner.
• Must be detail oriented.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance