Audiologist

Pro Med Healthcare Services; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Med Healthcare Services seeks an Audiologist to perform disability assessment exams for veterans at in-person sites. You will conduct audiological testing, document findings electronically, and support VA disability determinations without performing treatment or prescribing. Exams are submitted to VA promptly through EMR.

The role emphasizes accuracy, adherence to protocols, and compassionate service to veterans, including those with service animals.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Audiology degree (Au.D) required.
• Master’s or Doctorate from ACAE/CAA/ASHA preferred.
• Calibrate and operate audiology equipment with precision.
• Proficient with MS Office and EMR platforms.
• Ability to perform focused evaluations of bodily systems.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and informed-care decisions.

Responsibilities

• Administers and interprets audiological tests including pure-tone, speech recognition, and related assessments.
• Prepares reports, maintains the audiology suite, and sanitizes supplies.
• Reviews orders and medical history, including service records and prior exams.
• Completes DBQ and MO via EMR and documents findings for VA submissions.
• Explains the exam process to veterans and confirms claimed conditions.
• Submits exam documentation within 24–48 hours after the exam.
• Follows protocol for behavioral health or medical emergencies; serves veterans with service animals.

Skills

Professional communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Focused evaluations

Education

Au.D

Master’s degree or Doctorate (ACAE/CAA/ASHA)

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Multiple Locations:

Dothan, AL- 2 Days per week

Monroe, LA- 2- 8 or 10 hour days

Job Type: In-Person

About the Role

This position will review pertinent medical history documentation and provide one-time, non-treatment compensation and pension exams for Veterans. The Practitioner will capture responses during the exam through a web-based examination form; all documentation will be completed electronically. Completed exams are sent to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for disability award determinations. You will electronically document the exam findings required by the VA through the web portal based on questions presented in the disability benefits of questionnaires and medical opinions requested by the Veterans Affairs Regional Office. The examiner does not make disability determinations. The United States Veterans Administration makes all disability determinations.

This role performs Disability Assessments on Veterans. You will not treat, and you will not prescribe medication or hearing aids in this position.

Administers and interprets audiological tests, including but not limited to puretone threshold testing, speech recognition testing, Strenger testing, acoustic immittance testing, and bone conduction testing.

• Prepares related reports, maintains, and sanitizes the audiological suite, materials, and supplies.
• Read Order request(s) including any remarks, questions, directions, or requests for opinion; thorough review of medical history including service records and previous exams. This includes refuting previous medical opinions from previous examiners.
• Occasional removal of soft cerumen.
• Completes appropriate Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQ) and Medical Opinions (MO) through the Electronic Medical Records System (EMR) during the exam and provides necessary documentation to the VA with a full understanding of the Veteran's claimed contention(s).
• Explain the exam process to the veteran and confirm the claimed conditions with the veteran.
• Complete chart and submit exam within 24-48 hours after the exam is completed.
• Follows appropriate and applicable protocol if behavioral health or medical emergencies occur.
• Commitment to serving Veterans, including those with service animals, ensuring they are not refused service.

Qualifications

Certification

• A Doctor of Audiology degree (Au.D)
• A Master’s degree or doctorate degree from a university accredited by ACAE, CAA, or ASHA
• Manual dexterity to calibrate equipment
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and using EMR and platforms
• Ability to perform focused evaluations on all bodily systems
• Skilled in professional communication, critical thinking, and informed-care decision making
• Works independently and can manage time in order to provide a quality service while meeting set deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in clinical settings
• Prior VA or C&P experience