Audiologist - Casual, Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an Audiologist to perform audiological and vestibular testing, develop care plans, and educate patients. This is a 0.4 FTE position (two 8-hour days per week) with an hourly compensation range.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team, diagnostic procedures, and patient-centered treatment options, including hearing devices and implants. This position does not qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Audiology required.
• CCC-A Certification from ASHA required.
• State licensure as required by law.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audiological and vestibular testing and treatment.
• Perform diagnostic testing to assess hearing and vestibular status.
• Develop, document, implement, and evaluate care plans.
• Collaborate with care team to coordinate the plan of care.
• Educate patients and families on treatment options.
• Provide or advise on hearing devices and related equipment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decision making

Stress tolerance

Independence

Education

Master's degree in Audiology

Job description

• Compensation: USD 40.79 - USD 61.19 - hourly

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

This position will be (2) 8-hour days per week (0.4 FTE). This position does not qualify for benefits.

Audiologist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities:

• Performs audiological and vestibular function testing and treatment.
• Performs diagnostic testing to assess patient's hearing and vestibular status and to determine appropriate treatment.
• Develops, documents, implements, and evaluates a plan of care.
• Collaborates with patient care team to integrate and coordinate plan of care.
• Educates patients, caregivers, and family members on treatment options and continuing care.
• Provides or recommends personal and area sound modification devices and strategies, including hearing aids, implants, alerting devices, and cochlear implants.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree in Audiology
• Excellent critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• State Licensure if required by law
• BLS certification

Preferred:

• N/A

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position):Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.