Audiologist (PT- 0.5 FTE, Day Shift)

Bozeman Health; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bozeman Health in Bozeman, MT is seeking a licensed Audiologist to perform hearing evaluations, fitting and programming of hearing aids, and related patient education. The role collaborates with physicians and other care teams, orders devices, and documents encounters in the medical record.

The position requires an AuD (or equivalent) with CEUs preferred, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with diverse patients.

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Audiology (AuD) required.
• Experience with hearing evaluations and interpretations.
• Knowledge of hearing aid fitting and programming.
• Current CEUs preferred.
• Ability to work with other providers and third party payers.

Responsibilities

• Perform hearing evaluations from basic to complex.
• Fit and program hearing aids and devices, including ordering and pricing.
• Collaborate with other providers and third party payers.
• Educate and instruct patients.
• Document medical records of all appointments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Computer skills

Emotional intelligence

Education

AuD degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Hearing aid programming

Hearing evaluations equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary: The Audiologist performs essential hearing services, using technology, computers, and other testing equipment. The Audiologist may work with other healthcare professionals, make appropriate referrals, and follow through for appropriate hearing health.

Minimum Qualifications

• Required Doctorate of Audiology degree
• Master's degree if grandfathered in Continuing Education Credits Preferred
• Current CEU's
• Experience with hearing evaluations and interpretations
• Knowledge of hearing aid fitting and programming

Essential Job Functions

• Hearing evaluations varying from basic to complex
• Fitting and programming of hearing aids and devices including ordering and pricing
• Collaboration with other providers and third party payers
• Education and instruction to patients
• Medical record documentation of all appointments

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
• Computer applications, MS Office, EMR, internet applications and standard office equipment
• Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Schedule Requirements

Schedule Requirements This role requires regular and sustained attendance. The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts. On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting (Repeatedly - 50 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
• Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Stand (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Walk (Repeatedly): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
• Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
• Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly): Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
• Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
• Push/Pull (Repeatedly): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
• Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
• Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
• Exposures (Continuously): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

Frequency Key

*Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.