Audiologist

HealthDrive; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

HealthDrive is seeking a part-time Audiologist to cover nursing facilities across Rhode Island. The role offers 2 days per week with prorated compensation, and full administrative support. On-site visits to facilities are required with no evenings or on-call duties.

The ideal candidate has an Audiology degree (Masters or Doctorate) and an active state license, with proficiency in EMR and independent daily operation.

Qualifications

• Audiology background with proficiency in assessment and management of hearing disorders.
• Ability to work independently on a daily basis with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; proficient with EMR and related software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive examinations, evaluations, and auditory consultations.
• Provide diagnostic audiology services including hearing aid evaluations and fittings.
• Dispense and adjust hearing aids and perform cerumen management where allowed.
• Complete patient documentation in the EMR and apply proper billing codes.
• Adhere to OSHA guidelines and ensure proper sterilization of equipment.

Skills

Audiology

Independent work

Communication

EMR

Education

Master's in Audiology

Doctorate in Audiology

Tools

EMR System

Job description

Overview

HealthDrive is currently seeking an Audiologist, to work Part-Time (2 days/week), covering nursing facilities across Rhode Island.

*OPPORTUNITY FOR $40k+ FOR A PART TIME (2 DAYS/WEEK) PROVIDER! (PRORATED BASED ON SCHEDULE)*

HealthDrive offers:

• Competitive compensation with uncapped earning potential
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling with no evening, weekend, or on-call hours
• Clinical autonomy and control over the pace of your day
• Established patient base with no patient quotas
• 100% malpractice coverage
• Full administrative support team
• Dedicated Regulatory Affairs and Compliance teams
• All equipment/supplies provided including laptop with proprietary EMR system
• Experienced leaders in place to drive and support clinical and corporate success

HealthDrivedelivers on-site podiatry, optometry, dentistry, audiology, and behavioral health services to residents in long-term care, skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. Each specialty offered by HealthDrive is one that directly impacts the quality of daily life for the deserving residents we serve. HealthDrive connects patients in need of vital healthcare to doctors committed to dignity and excellence.

Responsibilities

Role Overview & Responsibilities for Audiologists:

• Conduct comprehensive examinations, evaluations, and auditory consultation.
• Traditional daily patient care will include comprehensive diagnostic audiological examinations, hearing aid evaluations, hearing aid selections and repair.
• Dispense and adjust new hearing aids.
• Perform cerumen management, where allowed by state professional regulations.
• Complete required patient and clinical documentation in our proprietary electronic medical record system.
• Responsible for applying proper coding guidelines and populating appropriate billing codes for services provided to patients.
• Adheres to OSHA guidelines regarding patient care, disposal of materials, and sterilization of equipment.

Qualifications

• Audiology background with proficiency in the assessment, treatment, management and evaluation of hearing disorders.
• Ability to work independently on a daily basis.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to use EMR, text, email, the internet and to learn other healthcare related software.
• Self starter attitude with the desire to deliver quality, thoughtful and attentive care.

Physical Requirements for Audiologist:

• Ability to stand, to bend, and to lift.
• Ability to transport mobile audiology equipment (maximum of 15 lbs.).
• May be occasional required to transport patients in wheelchairs.

Education & Qualifications:

• Masters or Doctorate Degree in Audiology
• Current State professional license.
• Valid driver’s license.

Travel:

This is a mobile position. Daily travel is based on the patient care requirements for the specified service area; your Practice. A valid driver’s license and the ability to drive significant distances on occasion is required.