Audiologist - 1099 Contract

QTC Management, Inc. in; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Audiologist to join their team in Boston. In this pivotal role, you will provide essential Compensation & Pension examinations for veterans, focusing on hearing-related conditions. Your expertise will help ensure that service members receive the highest quality of care. You will be responsible for administering audiological tests, documenting findings, and leading staff training. This position offers a flexible schedule, allowing you to set your pace while making a significant impact on the lives of those who have served. If you are passionate about audiology and want to contribute to the well-being of veterans, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Audiology and 2+ years of clinical experience required.
• Proficient in EMR and basic software applications.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret audiological tests for veterans.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and conduct otoscopic exams.

Skills

Audiological testing

Patient confidentiality

Communication skills

Clinical practice

Documentation skills

Education

Doctorate in Audiology (Au.D.)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are seeking to contract an Audiologist in Boston, MA to help ensure our service members get the best care possible. You will play a vital role in the continued care of these men and women, all while growing your current practice.

Your Role at Jamshid Tamiry, M.D., P.C., dba QTC Medical Group of Alaska:

As a contracted Audiologist, you will provide one-time Compensation & Pension (C&P) and pre-discharge exams for veterans and service members, primarily focusing on evaluating hearing-related conditions. Your role will involve performing and interpreting audiological tests, documenting findings, and completing Disability Benefit Questionnaires (DBQs). These exams are critical in determining the severity of hearing problems and their potential connection to military service.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for administering and interpreting a variety of tests to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment, such as air and bone conduction, and speech reception and discrimination tests, the site of damage, and effects on comprehension and speech.
• Evaluate test results in relation to behavioral, social, educational and conduct medical record reviews of past audiograms and documents to determine the likely cause of the hearing loss, and to state the prognosis and address the issues of hearing loss and tinnitus.
• Operate computerized programs and utilize application software and databases in order to enter, modify, and access information into/from electronic medical records.
• Maintain patient confidentiality with written and verbal information per HIPAA.
• Responsible for conducting otoscopic examinations, cerumen management, and calibration checks of audiometric equipment.
• Lead paraprofessional staff training for Audiology specific skills and certifications as required by all LOB.
• Completion of Veterans Benefits Administration Disability Benefit Questionnaires (DBQs).

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Doctorate in Audiology (Au.D.) from an accredited college or university.
• Experience:
  • A minimum of 2 years of clinical practice experience.
  • Proficient in using computers/tablets, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and basic software applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Certification:
  • Unrestricted State medical licensure without limitations to perform full scope of authorized practice.
  • Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or American Academy of Audiology (AAA) is preferred but not required. We will reimburse the cost of certification.
• Clearance:
  • Ability to pass a medical clearance.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain government clearances (LARS, Public Trust, NACI, BGI, etc.) as required.

Preferred:

• Professional experience related to Compensation and Pension Examinations or hearing conservation programs is preferred, but not required.
• Experience conducting occupational/disability medical examinations.

Work Schedule and Compensation:

• Flexible Schedule: Appointments are typically scheduled approximately 5 to 7 days of notification. You set the pace and frequency!
• Compensation: Compensation will be provided for each examination, with payment determined based on the specific requirements and type of examination performed.

Additional Information:

• Provider must complete required online training courses, up to 9 courses at approx. 10.5 hours total.
• You will be given access to the Provider Liaison (PL) department; this department assists with any issues, questions, or needs you may have while contracted with Leidos QTC Health Services.
• Leidos QTC Health Services will run a 7-year criminal history and sex offender background check.
• Once the BGI and credentialing have been completed, the Provider will be required to obtain CPEP Certification (approx.10.2 hours/depending on specialty).

Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos QTC Health Services will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.