Audiologist

Empower Mental Health; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 207,000 - 255,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

1099 Independent Contractor

Pay per evaluation: $150–$185

Flexible scheduling

In-person opportunities

Job summary

Empower Mental Health in Lincoln, Nebraska seeks an experienced licensed audiologist for a flexible, non-treatment role conducting VA Compensation & Pension (C&P) audiology evaluations. This contractor position focuses on evaluation, testing, and documentation in VA formats, with no patient caseload.

The ideal candidate will hold Au.D. (or equivalent), follow VA guidelines, and deliver objective, timely reports.

Qualifications

• Active Audiologist license.
• Doctoral degree in Audiology or related field.
• Experience with structured evaluation protocols.
• Ability to perform objective, fact-based evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct VA C&P audiology evaluations for Veterans.
• Perform structured hearing and tinnitus evaluations per VA guidelines.
• Prepare clear, timely reports in VA formats.
• Maintain objectivity and avoid treatment cues.

Skills

Licensure

Documentation skills

Objective evaluations

Time management

Report writing

Education

Au.D or equivalent

M.S./M.A. in Audiology

PhD in Audiology or related

Ed.D in Audiology or related

Tools

VA DBQs familiarity

Audiometric testing protocols

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Audiologist ' VA Compensation & Pension Evaluations

Summary

Are you an experienced and licensed Audiologist seeking a flexible opportunity or additional income alongside your current role? Join Empower Mental Health, a fast-growing private-pay organization dedicated to supporting provider growth and delivering high-quality services to our Veteran population. In this role, you will conduct VA Compensation & Pension (C&P) audiology evaluations. These are structured, objective assessments that assist the VA in determining disability benefits. This is a non-treatment role focused strictly on evaluation, testing, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Compensation & Pension (C&P) audiology evaluations for Veterans
• Perform structured hearing and tinnitus-related evaluations based on VA guidelines
• Utilize Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and standardized audiology testing protocols
• Gather relevant history through focused, objective interviews
• Complete audiometric testing and related clinical documentation as required
• Prepare clear, concise, and timely reports in VA-required formats
• Provide factual, unbiased assessments without influencing outcomes
• Complete and submit documentation within required timeframes
• Maintain clear boundaries between evaluation and treatment
• Adhere to all ethical, legal, and confidentiality standards

Required Qualifications

• Active Audiologist license
• Doctor of Audiology (Au.D), Master of Science (M.S.), Master of Audiology (M.A.), PhD in Audiology or Speech-Language Pathology, Master's in Communication Disorders (MCD), or Doctor of Education in Audiology (Ed.D)
• Strong documentation and report-writing skills
• Ability to follow structured evaluation protocols
• Comfortable performing objective, fact-based evaluations

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience conducting VA, C&P, disability, or forensic-style evaluations
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience with audiometric testing and tinnitus evaluations

Compensation & Structure

• 1099 Independent Contractor position
• $150 ' $185 per evaluation
• Flexible scheduling
• In-person opportunities available

Benefits

• Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• Opportunity to supplement income with structured, predictable work
• Access to operational support and streamlined processes
• Meaningful work supporting Veterans
• No insurance billing or ongoing patient caseload

Ideal Candidate

• Detail-oriented and efficient
• Comfortable with structured, fact-based evaluations
• Able to maintain objectivity and neutrality
• Strong time management and documentation skills
• Professional and compassionate when working with Veteran populations