Audiologist - Travel

Loyal Source Government Services; Location (WV); On-site; USD 108,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare solutions provider seeks an Audiologist to conduct Medical Disability Examinations for veterans. The role includes performing audiology assessments and diagnostic testing. Required qualifications include a Master's degree in Audiology, 1 year of experience, and an active audiology license in the US. Full-time position with a salary range of $108k to $130k annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Full, active, unencumbered Audiology license in the US.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic hearing evaluations for Veteran’s disability exams.
• Input audiometric data into DBQ format for disability rating.
• Provide medical record review with medical opinion when needed.

Skills

BLS certification

Fluency in EMR systems

Experience with Disability Benefits Questionaries

Education

Master’s degree in Audiology

Job description

Summary

Overview

Will conduct Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans who file disability claims for hearing conditions (e.g., hearing loss, tinnitus, balance disorders) through the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) as part of the Compensation and Pension Program. Comprehensive auditory exams will require a thorough hearing assessment, diagnostic testing, and medical opinions but no treatment. Opportunities to assist America’s veterans are available within Loyal Source Clinics throughout the United States.

Position: Audiologist

Pay: Base + Monthly Incentive Plan = $108k-$130k a year

Location: Loyal Source Clinics nationwide

Position Highlights

• Performs age-appropriate audiology assessments and examinations for Military Veterans and qualified family members. Each assessment/examination is a minimum of 30 minutes
• Identifies, tests, diagnoses, and manages disorders of human hearing, balance, and tinnitus
• Determines range, nature and degree of hearing function related to patient’s aural communication needs using electro-acoustic instrumentation, such as pure tone and speech audiometers and acoustic middle ear equipment
• Maintains accurate patient records noting appropriate background information, responses and progress
• Provides written reports and progress notes
• Identifies differential diagnosis

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• Complete diagnostic hearing evaluations on adult age populations, for purposes of Veteran’s disability exams.
• Input Audiometric data into DBQ format, within 24 hours of exam, for disability rating purposes
• Provide a full medical record review with medical opinion noted in rationale when warranted
• Maintain a flexible working schedule in order to accommodate fluctuations in referral volumes, helping the company meet goals and objectives
• Meets credentialing requirements set forth by the VA.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Audiology accredited by ACAE, CAA, or ASHA
• Minimum of 1 year of experience
• BLS certification from AHA, ARC, ASHI or willingness to obtain
• Full, active, unencumbered Audiology license in the US

Additional Qualifications

• Fluency in EMR systems & technology
• Experience with Disability Benefits Questionaries with Veterans
• Holds certificate of clinical competence-Audiology by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association

Audiology Exam Details

• *Basic autoscopy
• *Tympanometry
• *Acoustic reflexes
• *Speech audiometry- via recording
• *Pure tone audiometry
• *Air + bone conduction
• *Stenger testing
• *Wax removal-rarely
• *No OAE's (oto-acoustic emissions)

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source is an Orlando-based workforce solutions provider dedicated to delivering elite services worldwide, with a focus in government healthcare, technical and support services, engineering, and travel healthcare. Loyal Source provides exceptional custom solutions to both private enterprise and government agencies. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

For more information go to our website www.loyalsource.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook & Twitter for other positions currently open.

Loyal Source does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Loyal Source Government Services by 2x

Get notified about new Audiologist jobs in Location, WV.