Audiology Assistant

Laent; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a full-time Audiology Assistant in Montebello, CA! In this dynamic role, you'll manage clinic schedules, assist with hearing tests, and ensure the smooth operation of audiology services. Your bilingual skills will enhance communication with patients, while your organizational talents will keep the clinic running efficiently. This position offers a supportive environment where you can grow your skills and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives. If you're passionate about healthcare and ready to contribute to a dedicated team, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in an audiology specialty clinic is preferred.
• Must be able to travel within various clinic locations.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinic schedule and stock of audiology supplies.
• Assist with hearing tests and run audiological evaluations.
• Sanitize equipment and maintain cleanliness in the clinic.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision-making skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Counselear (Audiology software)

Fitting software (resound, starkey, rexton, signia, oticon)

Job description

Job Type: Full-time

Description

Essential Job Duties

• Manage Clinic schedule (HAF,HAR,EMF,HAE,AE)
• Become proficient at testing protocols and testing equipment, including DTLA and Glendale locations
• Manage stock of HAs/chargers, receivers, and domes / ear tips.
• Restock any audiology supplies (impression cartridges, dams, etc) needed for the office and run it through Dr. Thakkar
• Sanitize the sound booth, chairs, audio equipment.
• Input stock HAs/chargers into Counselear (specific Audiology software)
• Keep track of PT warranty dates
• Keep track of PT trial period expiration dates
• Prep a day before for fittings (charge the HAs, charger, purchase agreement, receiver in R/L, and color markings Blue/Red)
• Assist with ENT walk ins in the office that include clean, check/repair, reinstructing
• Register PT HA warranty with the manufacturer through the portal
• Assemble new equipment for the office
• Help Dr. Thakkar with hearing tests and follow up appointments
• Run audiological evaluations, which include tymps, reflexes, OAE's, and submit reports for Dr. Thakkar's revision / approval.
• Install/update fitting software (resound, starkey, rexton, signia, oticon) in Noah
• Sanitize audio equipment at the end of the day in metricide/wavicide (otoscope specula, OAE tips, Tymp tips,etc)
• Charge the otoscope batteries when needed, replace otoscope batteries/bulbs
• Try to maintain the sound booth, HAF room, HAE room cleanliness
• Request any supplies/audio equipment from the ENT supplies lead
• Type chart notes for walk ins (HAR/clean & check), and follow-up visits.
• Perform hearing aid orientation after Dr. Thakkar is done with the initial fitting
• File loss and damage claim forms for HAs
• Package and schedule pick up for HAR's
• Keep track of what is being sent out (HAR,RFC,EIs)

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are reflective of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• HS Diploma/ GED Required
• Audiology specialty clinic experience preferred
• Must be bilingual-fluent in both English and Spanish preferred
• General knowledge of HIPAA and CPT codes
• Must be able to travel within our various Los Angeles based clinics
• Excellent communication skills with patients, physicians, and staff
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skills
• Ability to work in a relatively unsupervised environment with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to operate various office equipment necessary to perform job functions
• Team player with a pleasant attitude towards the practice of medicine

Physical Demands

The Physical Demands Described Here Are Representative Of Those That Must Be Met By An Employee To Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job. Individual Will Be Required To:

• Sit and stand for long periods at a time
• Use hands and fingers in repetitive motions, daily
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 20 lbs. periodically
• Travel to clinic locations or sites as needed
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Salary Description

$17-$19/hr

Job Industries

• Other

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Medical Practices