AUDIOLOGIST

LTSI - Laredo Technical Services, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401 Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Disability & Life Insurance

11 Federal Holidays

Job summary

Laredo Technical Services, Inc. seeks an Audiologist for the Baton Rouge Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic. The role provides diagnostic and therapeutic audiology services to veterans, with both in-clinic and telehealth options. You will evaluate and treat hearing and balance disorders and perform hearing aid fittings.

Requirements include Au.D. degree, Louisiana licensure, ASHA or equivalent certification, and BLS. Join a compliant, patient-focused team delivering high-quality care to veterans.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year in Audiology and Board Certified.
• Must speak, understand, read and write English fluently.
• Must have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Must have unencumbered licensure in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia.
• Must be a US Citizen or have evidence of Permanent Residency.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic audiology services to veterans at the VA Medical Center.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat hearing, balance, and related auditory disorders in veterans; in-clinic and telehealth as needed.
• Comprehensive audiometric evaluations and diagnostic testing for hearing and balance disorders.
• Hearing aid evaluations, fittings, programming, and maintenance.
• Counseling veterans on hearing loss prevention, rehabilitation, and communication strategies.
• Coordinate tele-audiology services and maintain VA policy compliance.
• Maintain accurate patient records in EHR per VA regulations.

Skills

Audiology

Patient care

Education

Au.D. degree

Louisiana audiology licensure

ASHA certification

Job description

AUDIOLOGISTBaton Rouge Veterans Affairs Outpatient ClinicABOUT US:Laredo Technical Services, Inc. provides staffing services to federal Government agencies all over the world. LTSi connects the right opportunities to the right people. With our experience in placing our Team Members throughout the United States and overseas, we excel at providing experienced, professional personnel for a wide range of Professional and Office Administration as well as Medical Services. Our goal is to provide the highest quality professionals in the industry.LTSi’s culture delivers a strong work ethic while going above and beyond with a sense of urgency. We are an employee-driven company. We strive for excellence every day, which is what sets us apart from all the other government contractors.As a Certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) that provides a broad range of administrative, project management, and medical staffing support services, we are also honored to be a Member of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP), and we encourage military spouses to apply for any of our positions for which they feel they are qualified.JOB TITLE: AudiologistGOVERNMENT AGENCY & LOCATION:Baton Rouge Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic7968 Essen Park AvenueBaton Rouge, Louisiana 70809POSITION TIMING: Immediate hire upon completion of all background and security investigations.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Provide comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic audiology services to veterans at the VA Medical CenterEvaluate, diagnose, and treat hearing, balance, and related auditory disorders in veterans, ensuring the highest standard of care; services include both in-clinic care and telehealth consultations as neededComprehensive audiometric evaluations and diagnostic testing for hearing and balance disordersHearing aid evaluations, fittings, programming, and maintenanceCounseling veterans on hearing loss prevention, auditory rehabilitation, and communication strategiesCoordinating and conducting tele-audiology services as necessaryMaintaining compliance with VA policies and federal healthcare delivery and patient safety regulationsUse audiometers, impedance bridges, otoacoustic emissions (OAE), and auditory brainstem response (ABR) testing to diagnose hearing and balance disordersAdminister hearing aid consultations, fittings, and programming using evidence-based practices. Educate on proper device usage and maintenanceDevelop and implement individualized auditory rehabilitation plans, including providing veterans with aural rehabilitation training, assistive listening devices, and communication strategiesCounsel veterans and their families on hearing health, protective measures, and available hearing loss treatment and management resourcesWork closely with ENT specialists, primary care providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care coordinationMaintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with VA policies and federal regulations, ensuring timely entry into electronic health records (EHR)Timely completion of all diagnostic evaluations within prescribed timeframesImplement treatment plans that meet the American Academy of Audiology (AAA) and Veterans Health Administration (VHA) guidelinesRegular follow-ups for hearing aid services to ensure devices are functioning optimally and meet patient needsDelivery of tele-audiology services in accordance with established VA protocolsQUALIFICATIONS:Minimum one year in Audiology and Board CertifiedMust speak, understand, read and write English fluentlyMust have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart AssociationMust have unencumbered licensure in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of ColumbiaMust be a US Citizen or have evidence of Permanent ResidencyEDUCATION:Current Audiologist licensure in the state of LouisianaDoctor of Audiology (Au. D.) degree from an accredited institutionCertification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or equivalentBENEFITS:Competitive salary based on experience and technical qualificationsHealth, Dental, and Vision insurance401 Retirement PlanPaid Time OffCompany Paid Disability & Life Insurance11 Paid Federal Holidays including:New Year’s DayMartin Luther King, Jr. DayPresidents BirthdayMemorial DayJuneteenthIndependence DayLabor DayColumbus DayVeterans DayThanksgiving DayChristmas DayLaredo Technical Services, Inc. (LTSi) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We make employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.LTSi is committed to ensuring an accessible online application process for all individuals, including those with disabilities. We offer alternative application methods for candidates who are unable to complete the online application due to a disability or other need for accommodation. LTSi complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam-Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and other relevant state and local laws. If you need assistance with an application due to a disability, please contact [e-mail].