Audiologist

Loyal Source Government Services; West Virginia; On-site; USD 112,091 - 130,091; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source Government Services is seeking an Audiologist to perform Medical Disability Examinations for veterans filing disability claims related to hearing conditions (hearing loss, tinnitus, balance disorders) under the VBA Compensation and Pension program.

Each assessment includes comprehensive auditory testing, diagnostic evaluations, and medical opinions, with a minimum 30-minute exam and quick DBQ data entry within 24 hours.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Audiology accredited by ACAE, CAA, or ASHA.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in audiology.
• BLS certification from AHA, ARC, ASHI or willingness to obtain.
• Full, active, unencumbered Audiology license in the US.

Responsibilities

• Complete diagnostic hearing evaluations for veterans and families.
• Input audiometric data into DBQ format within 24 hours of exam.
• Provide full medical record review with rationale when warranted.
• Maintain flexible schedule to accommodate referral volumes.
• Meet credentialing requirements set forth by the VA.

Skills

Disability Benefits Questionnaires

EMR proficiency

CCC-A certification

Education

Master’s degree in Audiology (ACAE/CAA/ASHA)

US Audiology license (active)

BLS certification (AHA/ARC/ASHI)

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A)

Job description

Summary

Will conduct Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans who file disability claims for hearing conditions (e.g., hearing loss, tinnitus, balance disorders) through the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) as part of the Compensation and Pension Program. Comprehensive auditory exams will require a thorough hearing assessment, diagnostic testing, and medical opinions but no treatment. Opportunities to assist America’s veterans are available within Loyal Source Clinics throughout the United States.

Pay Range

$112,091.20 - $130,091.20 / year

Position Highlights

• Performs age-appropriate audiology assessments and examinations for Military Veterans and qualified family members. Each assessment/examination is a minimum of 30 minutes
• Identifies, tests, diagnoses, and manages disorders of human hearing, balance, and tinnitus
• Determines range, nature and degree of hearing function related to patient’s aural communication needs using electro-acoustic instrumentation, such as pure tone and speech audiometers and acoustic middle ear equipment
• Maintains accurate patient records noting appropriate background information, responses and progress
• Provides written reports and progress notes
• Identifies differential diagnosis

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete diagnostic hearing evaluations on adult age populations, for purposes of Veteran’s disability exams
• Input Audiometric data into DBQ format, within 24 hours of exam, for disability rating purposes
• Provide a full medical record review with medical opinion noted in rationale when warranted
• Maintain a flexible working schedule in order to accommodate fluctuations in referral volumes, helping the company meet goals and objectives
• Meets credentialing requirements set forth by the VA

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Audiology accredited by ACAE, CAA, or ASHA
• Minimum of 1 year of experience
• BLS certification from AHA, ARC, ASHI or willingness to obtain
• Full, active, unencumbered Audiology license in the US

Additional Qualifications

• Fluency in EMR systems & technology
• Experience with Disability Benefits Questionaries with Veterans
• Holds certificate of clinical competence-Audiology by the American Speech‑Language Hearing Association

Audiology Exam Details

• Basic otoscopy
• Tympanometry
• Acoustic reflexes
• Speech audiometry - via recording
• Pure tone audiometry
• Air + bone conduction
• Stenger testing
• Wax removal - rarely
• No OAE's (oto-acoustic space emissions)

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you have a disability or medical condition and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this step of the hiring process, you may request an alternative method or accommodation at any time by contacting Human Resources at [e-mail].