Audiologist - Full-Time

beloithealthsystem; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Beloit Health System is seeking a Full-Time Audiologist to join the Physical Medicine Team in Beloit, WI. The role includes diagnostic testing, hearing aid services, and industrial hearing conservation across locations.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in Audiology, Wisconsin/Illinois licensure, and CPR certification within 3 months. The position offers 40 hours/week with a 8:00 AM–4:30 PM schedule and eligible benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Audiology from an accredited program.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities with employees, payors, vendors, patients and families.
• Continuous professional development is expected.
• Wisconsin and Illinois licensure as an Audiologist at time of hire or prior to service provision.

Responsibilities

• Perform screens and diagnostic evaluations of hearing.
• Provide hearing aid evaluations, dispensing, maintenance and repair.
• Conduct industrial hearing conservation and VNG studies.
• Document patient data per department policy.
• Maintain OSHA compliance and participate in program development.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Time management

Flexibility

Organizational skills

Education

Master's Degree in Audiology

Job description

Beloit Health System is looking to add a Full-Time Audiologist to our Physical Medicine Team!

• Shift: First
• Schedule: 8a – 4:30p
• Hours per week: 40
• Benefits Status: Eligible
• Department: Beloit Clinic Audiology

The Audiologist is responsible for performing diagnostic hearing and hearing aid evaluations, providing industrial hearing conservation programs, VNG studies, and dispensing, maintenance, and repair of hearing aids.

• Performs screens and diagnostic evaluations.
• Interprets findings of evaluations and diagnoses specific type of hearing disorder.
• Establishes and executes appropriate plan of care.
• Refers patients to other professionals and agencies when indicated.
• Counsels and educates patients, families, and colleagues.
• Documents patient data (evaluations, progress notes, audiograms, etc.) according to department policy and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations as they pertain to hearing conservation and maintains program compliance (or informs company of how to maintain compliance) for all industrial contracts.
• Participates in performance improvement, community, and staff education programs.
• Shares in supervision of student interns of Audiology programs, or shadow students.
• Performs the necessary functions to prepare, maintain, and clean up the work area to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Participates in program development e.g., implementing/expanding services, increasing productivity, educating internal and external customers, etc.
• The Audiologist has regular access to and is expected to maintain the protected health information of patients in their care.
• Respectfully interacts with a wide variety of internal and external constituents, including (but are not limited to) team members, staff and physicians, local companies, patients, families, vendors, and all insurance representatives.
• Provides coverage to other Physical Medicine locations and settings as necessary based on patient care/departmental needs.

Job Requirements

• Master's Degree or higher in Audiology from an accredited program
• American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider CPR and AED Certification within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees, companies, payors, vendors, patients and family members.
• Strong communication skills and a desire to strive for excellence are essential components of this position.
• Ability to problem solve and reason. Familiarity with a variety of equipment, including computer software, is required.
• Organization, time management, flexibility, and positive attitude are crucial to successful performance.
• Continuous professional development is expected.
• If Providing Audiology Services in Wisconsin Current License in the State of Wisconsin as an Audiologist at the time of hire or prior to providing services.
• If Providing Audiology Services in Illinois Current License in the State of Illinois as an Audiologist at the time of hire or prior to providing services.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize multiple demands.
• Services are provided in compliance with federal, state, professional organization.
• Reporting relationship Director of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Clinical Coordinator.