Audiologist - Vestibular, Full-Time, Days

The University of Chicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Audiologist to join their innovative Audiology team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, providing comprehensive vestibular testing and patient care. You will engage with advanced diagnostic tools and contribute to a leading balance care program, ensuring high-quality evaluations and treatments for patients. With a focus on professional growth, the position offers a competitive sign-on bonus and the chance to make a significant impact on patient outcomes in a dynamic setting. If you are passionate about audiology and patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Continuing Education Opportunities

Collaborative Work Environment

Qualifications

• Doctor of Audiology required; recent graduates considered.
• Certification from ASHA or ABA is necessary.
• Illinois Audiology License or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive audiology and vestibular testing.
• Prepare reports and discuss results with patients and staff.
• Participate in research studies and maintain patient files.

Skills

Audiologic Evaluations

Vestibular Testing

Patient Education

Communication Skills

Education

Doctor of Audiology (AuD or PhD)

Certification from ASHA or ABA

Illinois Audiology License

Tools

Audiometry Equipment

Tympanometry Equipment

Vestibular Assessment Tools

Job description

Job Description

Join UChicago Medicine, a world-class academic healthcare system, as an Audiologist with our Audiology team at our River East & Hyde Park locations. Collaborate with the clinical team to deliver high-quality patient care. Our team specializes in treating conditions ranging from mild hearing loss to complex ear disorders, setting the standard in ear and hearing healthcare through ongoing medical advancements and education.

Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $1,500!

We are seeking a Vestibular Audiologist to perform comprehensive vestibular testing in a collaborative, patient-centered environment at our River East practice. This role involves working with advanced diagnostic tools and contributing to a leading balance care program in downtown Chicago.

The dizziness and hearing clinic at UChicago Medicine is a multidisciplinary team providing high-quality dizziness evaluation and treatment for adults, combining expertise from otoneurologists, otologists (ENT), and audiologists.

Under the supervision of the Clinical Director of Audiology and Section Administrator (BSD), the Vestibular Audiologist provides audiology services—including consultation, evaluation, and therapy—in both acute care and outpatient settings for children with hearing and balance disorders. Responsibilities include patient care, administrative duties, and managing basic hearing needs.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Audiologic Evaluations:

• Conduct audiology and vestibular testing.
• Perform diagnostic evaluations of peripheral auditory system function in adults, including audiometry, tympanometry, acoustic reflex testing, and vestibular assessments.
• Evaluate electrophysiological measures like ABR and OAE, interpret results, and review findings with patients and families, providing education and referrals.

Communication/Reports:

• Prepare written reports of test results and recommendations, including audiograms and referral letters.
• Discuss test results with medical staff and patients, providing education and counseling.
• Maintain documentation and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.

Other Responsibilities:

• Complete charge forms, participate in research studies, maintain patient files, and pursue continuing education.
• Provide patient education, confirm appointments, and ensure compliance with hospital policies.
• Participate in presentations and perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctor of Audiology (AuD or PhD) from an accredited program; recent graduates considered.
• Certification from ASHA or ABA.
• Illinois Department of Professional Regulation License for Audiology (or ability to obtain).

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of clinical experience, with expertise in adult vestibular evaluations.

Position Details:

• Full-time (1.0 FTE)
• Day shifts
• Locations: Hyde Park & River East