Audiologist - PD

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Audiologist to provide diagnostic evaluations and rehabilitation recommendations for hearing-impaired patients. In this vital role, you will assess both adults and children, counsel families, and ensure high-quality care through accurate record-keeping and equipment maintenance. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients while working within a supportive team environment. If you are passionate about audiology and committed to patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate in Audiology is required.
• Experience in audiology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic tests for hearing and vestibular function.
• Counsel patients on rehabilitation options.
• Maintain accurate patient records and equipment.

Skills

Diagnostic evaluations

Counseling

Patient education

Record keeping

Equipment maintenance

Education

Masters or Doctorate in Audiology

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Job Summary:

Provide diagnostic evaluations of the auditory and vestibular systems and aid in assessing the neurological status of adults and children. Provide direction, counseling, and recommendations regarding the rehabilitation of hearing impaired patients. Determine whether severely hearing impaired patients are candidates for cochlear implant surgery. Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Selects, performs, and interprets diagnostic test data for: Pediatric and geriatric populations, vestibular function, and facial nerve integrity.
2. Counsels patients and informs them of future therapeutic plans.
3. Provides mobile diagnostic services for inpatients, ICU, NICU, and operative patients.
4. Performs evaluations, assessments, and referrals for hearing aids.
5. Keeps accurate and comprehensive records in patients medical chart and department-based files.
6. Performs daily equipment biological calibrations, maintains equipment, and initiates requests for repair.
7. Instructs monthly patient education class.
8. Assists families with placement into appropriate education setting for hearing-impaired children.
9. Serves as a resource for hearing and vestibular assessment (and rehabilitation) to physicians, paraprofessionals, and patients regarding hearing health diagnostics and care.
10. Maintains professional competency.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience:

+ N/A

Education:

+ Masters or Doctorate degree in Audiology required.

License, Certification, Registration:

+ Audiologist License (California)

+ Basic Life Support required at hire

+ National Provider Identifier required at hire

Preferred Qualifications:

+ One (1) year of experience as an Audiologist preferred.

Notes:

+ Will be required to make a work commitment of twelve (12) eight (8) hour scheduled shifts per quarter.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Audiologist - PD

LOCATION: Harbor City, California

REQNUMBER: 1333594

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.