Audiologist - ENT Clinic - Full Time

Ochsner Health; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Chalmette seeks a qualified audiologist to administer diagnostic exams and counsel patients on hearing health. Responsibilities include evaluating patients for hearing aids and conducting comprehensive audiological evaluations.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Audiology or Au.D. and has a current hearing aid license. Experience is preferred but not mandatory. This role involves working closely with patients across all ages and ensuring their hearing needs are met with professionalism and care.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in the audiology field preferred.
• Current hearing aid license in the state of practice required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer diagnostic audiological exams.
• Counsel patients and families regarding test results.
• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic audiological evaluations.
• Assesses candidacy of patients for hearing aids.
• Coordinates and schedules appointments.

Skills

Proficiency in using computers and software

Effective verbal and written communication

Excellent interpersonal skills

Clinical skills of a Board-certified audiologist

Ability to counsel patients effectively

Ability to perform Auditory Brainstem Response testing

Knowledge of hearing loss prevention methods

Ability to handle patients with care

Education

Master’s degree in Audiology or Au.D.

Job description

Job Overview

This job administers a variety of diagnostic audiological exams; counsels patients, families and physicians regarding test results, and reviews options that best meet their hearing healthcare needs. Performs audiological services in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of hearing and balance disorders for people of all ages. Evaluates, orders, and dispenses hearing aids and cochlear implants.

Key Responsibilities

• Assesses auditory function in normal hearing and hearing-impaired patients of all ages.
• Communicates educational, medical, and diagnostic procedural information to the patient and/or patient’s family in a clear and concise manner.
• Conducts comprehensive diagnostic audiological evaluations, newborn hearing screenings and otoacoustic emissions.
• Assesses candidacy of patients with hearing loss for hearing aids and implantable devices and provides appropriate rehabilitation options.
• Facilitates departmental practice by scheduling and coordinating all appointment types.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new employees as assigned and attends appropriate in‑services/education programs.
• Fits and calibrates hearing aids for patients and conduct auditory brainstem response evaluations as needed.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively collaborate and interact with patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Clinical skills indicative of a Board-certified audiologist.
• Ability to identify, test, diagnose and manage hearing disorders in all populations.
• Ability to effectively counsel patients regarding hearing healthcare and possible treatment/management options.
• Ability to perform Auditory Brainstem Response testing, Vestibular assessments, otoscopies and make ear impressions.
• Working knowledge of hearing loss prevention methods to educate the public properly.
• Ability to organize time and prioritize numerous duties within strict deadlines.
• Ability to handle patients in a caring and respectful manner and plan accordingly for medically complex patients.

Education

Required – Master’s degree in Audiology, or a Doctor of Audiology Doctorate (Au.D.) in state of practice.

Work Experience

Preferred – 1 year of experience in the audiology field.

Certifications

Required – Current hearing aid license in state of practice.

Preferred – Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology, CCC‑A from American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association (ASHA).

Physical and Environmental Demands

Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid. The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.