Audiologist I

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

No weekends

Mon-Fri days

Job summary

Arkansas Children's Hospital Little Rock Audiology is seeking a full-time Audiologist to perform pediatric evaluations and screenings for patients from birth to 21 with a family-centered approach.

Position offers a $10K sign-on bonus; Monday–Friday days; no holidays or weekends. Requires Au.D. or Ph.D. and AR licensure, with preferred pediatric experience. Department CC014300 Audiology - Little Rock welcomes you to join a safety-conscious, patient-focused team.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in audiology (Au.D. or Ph.D.).
• Active Audiology License - AR Board of Examiners Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
• Recommended experience: Pediatric audiology (2 years).

Responsibilities

• Perform audiological evaluations and screenings per clinic protocols.
• Review medical records and interview caregivers to determine appropriate assessment path.
• Counsel patients and families, provide education materials, and involve families in decisions.
• Maintain competency with clinical equipment and documentation in EMR/ databases.
• Determin e options for amplification and assistive devices and educate families.

Skills

Pediatric care

Patient counseling

Documentation

Education

Au.D. or Ph.D. in audiology

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.

Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC014300 Audiology - Little Rock

Summary:

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

Additional Information:

Provides a wide range of audiological services utilizing developmentally appropriate techniques for patients from birth to 21 and approved adult patients.

Required Education:

Doctoral degree - Au.D. or Ph.D

Required Work Experience:

Direct - No experience required

Recommended Work Experience:

Audiology & Speech Pathology - 2 years Pediatric Audiology experience

Required Certifications:

Audiology License - AR Board of Examiners Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Recommended Certifications:

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

Description

1. Performs audiological evaluations and screenings; Demonstrates knowledge of departmental policies, procedures, and specific protocols regarding patient care.




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. 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. Maintains technical competency with all clinical equipment, including diagnostic, screening and computer-assisted applications, updating competencies as required.

5.Determines options regarding traditional amplification, cochlear implants, bone-anchored implant, FM technology, etc. and provides information and education to family/patient in order to navigate the decision-making process.

1. 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.




2. Counsels patient/family regarding the adjustment process, device care/maintenance, appropriate expectations, needed follow-up protocol and provides written/visual materials to support. Confirms family understanding regarding device care/maintenance and the recommended individualized plan of care for the patient’s audiological needs prior to discharge.




3. Demonstrates emerging competency to administer and interpreter specialized testing in complex cases according to clinic standards.




4. 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.




5. Completes all other duties as assigned by the director or his/her designee.