Audiologist - Per Diem - Days - JDCH

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, Florida is seeking an Audiologist. The role involves performing audiological and vestibular function testing, recommending sound modification strategies, and educating patients and caregivers on treatment options.

Applicants should have a Master's degree in Audiology and a Florida Audiologist License. The position offers opportunities for collaboration within a patient care team and emphasizes evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Audiology is required.
• Audiologist License (AY LICENSE) is necessary for practice in Florida.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform audiological and vestibular function testing.
• Educate patients on treatment options.
• Collaborate with patient care team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Decisive judgment

Customer service

Education

Masters in Audiology

Audiologist License - State of Florida

Job description

Location

Hollywood, Florida

Summary

Performs audiological and vestibular function testing and treatment.

Responsibilities

• Provides or recommends personal and area sound modification devices and strategies, including hearing aids, implants, and alerting devices.
• Performs diagnostic testing to assess patient's hearing and vestibular status and to determine appropriate treatment.
• Educates patients, caregivers, and family members on treatment options and continuing care.
• Develops, documents, implements, and evaluates a plan of care.
• Collaborates with patient care team to integrate and coordinate plan of care. Care is provided through evidence based practice and research.

Competencies

ACCOUNTABILITY, ASSESSMENT- PATIENTS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, KNOWLEDGE OF DISEASE PROCESS, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements

• Masters: Audiology (Required)
• Audiologist License (AY LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)
• BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required. Other Information: Certificate of clinical competence- Audiology (CCC-A) is preferred.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 80%
• Climbing = 40%
• Keyboard Entry = 80%
• Kneeling = 60%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Reaching = 80%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
• Running = 60%
• Sitting = 80%
• Squatting = 60%
• Standing = 80%
• Walking = 80%
• Audible Speech = 80%
• Hearing Acuity = 80%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 80%
• Distinguish Color = 80%
• Seeing - Far = 80%
• Seeing - Near = 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%
• Dust = 60%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
• Hazardous Medication = 60%
• Latex = 60%
• Computer Monitor = 80%
• Domestic Animals = 60%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 40%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 40%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 60%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 60%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 40%
• Radiation = 60%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

Shift

Days

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.

Veteran’s Preference

We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.

Background Screening

Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

Accommodation During Application

If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (Mon‑Fri, 8am‑5pm) or email [e-mail]