Audiologist I

Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital is seeking a Doctor of Audiology to join the Little Rock Audiology department. The role involves pediatric assessments, family counseling, and device options across hearing aids and cochlear/BAI technology.

You will review records, ensure patient-centered care, and maintain precise documentation in the EMR, with a $10K sign-on bonus and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Audiology (Au.D. or Ph.D.).
• AR licensure in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology.
• CCC-A certification preferred; ABESPA OK to Work letter acceptable.
• Pediatric Audiology experience recommended: 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Perform audiological evaluations and screens per department policies.
• Review medical records and caregiver history before evaluations.
• Recommend and counsel families using clear language and resources.
• Maintain competency with diagnostic equipment and software.
• Discuss amplification options (hearing aids, implants, FM) with families.
• Pre-select devices based on audiometry and environment; verify outcomes.
• Provide post-visit counseling and care instructions to families.
• Document results and maintain records in EMR; ensure proper disclosures.
• Complete duties assigned by director or designee.

Skills

Audiology

Pediatrics

Education

Au.D. or Ph.D.

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

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Time Type: Full time

Department: CC014300 Audiology - Little Rock

Summary

$10K SIGN-ON BONUS - Monday-Friday days (40 hours/week), No holidays/No weekends

Required Education

• Doctoral degree - Au.D. or Ph.D.

Required Work Experience

• Direct - No experience required
• Audiology & Speech Pathology - 2 years Pediatric Audiology experience

Required Certifications

• Audiology License - AR Board of Examiners Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
• Clinical Competence – Audiology (CCC-A) - ASHA - American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA), Will accept ABESPA “OK to Work” letter while licensure is being processed.
• AR Board of Examiners Speech Language Pathology and Audiology

Recommended Certifications

• Will accept ABESPA “OK to Work” letter while licensure is being processed.

Description

1. 1. Performs audiological evaluations and screens; Demonstrates knowledge of departmental policies, procedures, and specific protocols regarding patient care.
2. 2. Reviews medical records and interviews parent/caregiver to obtain pertinent health information and relevant patient histories prior to each evaluation to determine a developmentally appropriate evidence-based protocol.
3. 3. Implements a plan of action with appropriate recommendations and counsels/educates every patient and family utilizing appropriate language and including relative educational materials; involves the patient/family in decision-making as appropriate.
4. 4. Maintains technical competency with all clinical equipment, including diagnostic, screening and computer-assisted applications, updating competencies as required.
5. 5. Determines options regarding traditional amplification, cochlear implants, bone-anchored implants, FM technology, etc. and provides information and education to family/patient in order to navigate the decision-making process.
6. 6. Pre-selects appropriate device(s) and ear molds based on audiometric configuration, patients listening environment and level of functioning, utilizing computer assisted applications when appropriate and confirms through functional and objective measures.
7. 7. Counsels patient/family regarding the adjustment process, device care/maintenance, appropriate expectations, needed follow-up protocol and provides written/visual materials to support.
8. 8. Confirms family understanding regarding device care/maintenance and the recommended individualized plan of care for the patient's audiological needs prior to discharge.
9. 9. Demonstrates emerging competency to administer and interpreter specialized testing in complex cases according to clinic standards.
10. 10. Generates appropriate documentation for recordkeeping, reporting and referrals in the electronic medical record and required databases; Ensures documentation for charges accurately reflects procedures performed; Obtains appropriate releases to share results with others involved in care/treatment.
11. 10. Completes all other duties as assigned by the director or his/her designee.

Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.

Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action.

Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes.

And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

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