Audiologist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats a variety of hearing, balance, and ear disorders. Administers and interprets a variety of tests, such as air and bone conduction, speech reception, and discrimination tests to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment, site of damage, and effects on comprehension and speech. Being an Audiologist evaluates test results in relation to behavioral, social, educational, and medical information obtained from patients, families, teachers, and other professionals. Reviews charts, test results, and other patient data to understand issues and develop treatment programs to alleviate symptoms and treat disorders. Additionally, Audiologist monitors and evaluates treatment progress and adjusts care plan as necessary. Programs, fits, and adjusts hearing aids for customers. May require Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) in some states. Requires a master's degree in audiology. Typically requires Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A). Requires State License based on Clinical Specialty. Typically reports to a manager. Audiologist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Department: Surgical Specialty Clinic
Status: Full-Time Monday- Friday 8:30am-5pm
Fairfield Memorial Hospital’s mission is to positively influence the health of those we serve. Our team is committed to providing the best possible patient experience.
Our hospital is expanding and we are looking for an Audiologist to work in our brand new state of the art facility, technology and medical equipment come be an addition to our Surgical Clinic.
NATURE OF WORK: The Audiologist will provide diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitative audiological services to patients of all ages.
RESPONSIBILITIES: (include, but are not limited to): Ensure patient safety, completes full diagnostic hearing and balance assessments using the appropriate testing method and equipment for the patient type, diagnosis, and reason for referral, formulates and/or implements a treatment plan to address deficits and patient/family areas of concern. This is to include amplification selections, fittings, and follow-up appointments, provides education/consultation to patient, family, health care team, ensures maximum efficiency; set up examinations; documents test and other reports for physicians review, ensure that patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely manner; forward chart as appropriate, completes documentation and billing in a timely manner, obtain (in advance) pre-certifications, PA’s and referrals when mandated by insurance company, maintain adequate stock levels of supplies, set up and stock exam rooms for daily use; keep rooms and equipment clean between patients; keep cleaning schedules up to date, keep physician informed of patient’s status and any pending test results
QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Licenses, Certificates, and Registrations:
Doctor of Audiology preferred, Master’s Degree (or equivalent experience) accepted
State-Issued Hearing Instrument Specialist License OR State-issued Audiology license
1 year of relevant experience
Board Certification from the American Board of Audiology is preferred.
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