Audiologist

SENTA ENT and Allergy Physicians; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Time off for work-life balance

Continuing education opportunities

Robust retirement benefits

Job summary

A leading ENT practice in Columbia, South Carolina is looking for an Audiologist to join their dedicated team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting thorough hearing evaluations, interpreting results tailored to patient needs, and maintaining clear communication with physicians. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment. Candidates must hold a Master's or AuD Degree in Audiology and be willing to obtain a South Carolina license.

Qualifications

• Masters or AuD Degree in Audiology is required.
• Current SC License or ability to obtain is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hearing evaluations for patients of all ages.
• Interpret results within the context of patient needs.
• Generate clear communications for physicians.
• Produce timely written communications for treating physicians.
• Perform tests adapting procedures to patient needs while maintaining test reliability.

Skills

Diagnostic testing

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Masters or AuD Degree in Audiology

Current SC License or ability to obtain

Job description

Brief Description

South Carolina ENT, SCENT, an esteemed otolaryngology practice and an affiliate of SENTA Partners, is dedicated to serving the community of greater Columbia. Our team includes 10 Physicians, along with the support of several onsite Audiologists and Advanced Practitioners, committed to delivering the highest standard of care.

We are seeking an Audiologist who holds a Masters or AuD Degree in Audiology to join our growing team, who is passionate about private practice and an impact one can make on a community. The ideal candidate will diagnose and provide evidenced-base treatment of hearing and balance disorders of all ages and be passionate about providing exceptional patient care and eager to engage in the thriving healthcare landscape of Columbia.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct hearing evaluations for pediatric and adult patients, and assess the history, medical diagnosis, social, and communicative condition of the patient through testing and interview to establish a basis for patient treatment.
• Understand otologic and neurological diagnostic processes well enough to obtain audiological information that will help the physician distinguish between competing etiological entities in a given patient.
• Generate written communications for treating physicians that are timely, clear, and succinct.
• Understand the theory behind established clinical protocols and can modify diagnostic procedures to meet the needs of the patient/customer without sacrificing test reliability or validity.
• Provide all services with a caring, empathetic manner, holding to the highest professional, ethical, and legal standards.
• Interpret the results of hearing evaluation data within the context of the patient’s perceptual, social, and communicative needs.
• Develop a rational treatment and monitoring plan with the patient and/or caregivers, including the use of amplification, assistive listening devises, aural rehabilitation, and counseling as indicated.
• Other duties as assigned.

Community Highlights

• Distinguished as the capital of the state, Columbia is the second-largest city in South Carolina. Columbia is the primary city of the Midlands region of the state.
• Home to the University of South Carolina, the state's flagship public university and the largest in the state.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Enjoy working in a modern clinic equipped with the latest medical technology and its own surgical center.
• Columbia experiences a year-round temperate climate—the perfect setting for outdoor entertainment.
• In Columbia, you will find an economical cost of living and culture galore.
• Columbia is a warm and friendly place to live and work – Art galleries, restaurants, and unique shops aplenty.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Time off policy with emphasis on work-life balance
• Continuing education opportunities, including an education fund and CEU-days for conferences and other educational goals
• Robust retirement benefits, including 401k matching

Requirements

Qualifications

• Masters or AuD Degree in Audiology
• Current SC License or the ability to obtain a SC license

Summary

Certain US jurisdictions require SENTA Partners to provide new employees with a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role at the location in which the job may be performed. The posted salary range reflects our best estimate at the time of posting, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. Factors that determine the final salary offer include office location, experience, skills, and current organizational needs.

SENTA Partners is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.