Audiologist ($10k Sign-on)

Cook Children's; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric healthcare is seeking a dedicated Audiologist to join their team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive audiology services to children, focusing on diagnosing hearing loss and enhancing functional hearing. You will work closely with families, speech pathologists, and other specialists to implement effective care plans. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on children's lives through advanced audiological assessments and interventions. Join a collaborative environment that values innovation and compassion, and be part of a mission to support the development and learning of children with hearing challenges.

Qualifications

• Requires a Clinical Doctorate or PhD in Audiology.
• BLS certification and state license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-patient and out-patient audiology services for pediatric patients.
• Collaborate with families and professionals to enhance children's functional hearing.

Skills

Audiology

Patient education

Communication with families

Behavioral audiometry

Cochlear implants

Education

Clinical Doctorate degree in Audiology

PhD in Audiology

Pediatric experience

Tools

Hearing aids

FM systems

Assistive listening devices

Job description

Audiologist ($10k Sign-on)

Audiologist ($10k Sign-on)

Apply locations: Fort Worth, TX

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition id: JR-110645

Location: Fort Worth Rehabilitation Center

Department: Rehab-Audiology

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours: 40

Summary:

The staff Audiologist will have the education, knowledge and skill to provide in-patient and/or out-patient services, focusing on diagnosing hearing loss for all pediatric ages. They work closely with the child, his/her family, speech pathologists, school personnel, specialists, and physicians to recommend and implement a plan which enhances a child's functional hearing to facilitate learning and development. Cook Children's audiologists also specialize in serving children who have been unable to complete routine audiology testing in traditional settings. Audiology services provided include: behavioral audiometry, auditory brainstem response, otoacoustic emissions, infant newborn hearing screenings, evaluation and selection of hearing aids (includes dispensing, testing and repairs), FM systems, other assistive listening devices, custom ear plugs for swimming and noise protection, and cochlear implants. The position shall include patient and caregiver education and consultation to other professionals, clinics and agencies, both within Cook Children's Health Care System and within the community. Documentation and correspondence pertaining to these services shall follow department and system policies.

Education:

1. Clinical Doctorate degree in Audiology or PhD in Audiology.
2. Pediatric experience preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

1. BLS certification within 30 days of employment required.
2. State license for Audiology.
3. Certificate of Clinical Competence in audiology (ASHA) or Board Certified in Audiology (ABA) or eligible to apply for either which must be obtained within 12 months of hire to maintain employment at Cook.

About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

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