Audiology Extern

HearingLife; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Full medical

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Career growth

Employee hearing discounts

Job summary

HearingLife in Louisville is offering an Audiology Externship for AuD students to gain hands-on experience and mentorship in clinical evaluations, patient engagement, and hearing aid fitting. This externship provides exposure to cutting-edge technology and a supportive network.

Applicants must be enrolled in an AuD program and eager to develop clinical skills through structured learning, workshops, and potential career growth within HearingLife.

Qualifications

• Must actively be in an AuD program.
• Eagerness to gain hands-on experience with mentorship from licensed audiologists.
• Interest in clinical evaluations, patient education, and hearing aid processes.

Responsibilities

• Learn through hands-on patient evaluations and education under supervision.
• Document appointments, lead fitting and follow-up activities.
• Order and service hearing aids and take earmold impressions.
• Engage in clinic meetings and contribute to patient care tasks.

Skills

Clinical communication

Patient engagement

Team collaboration

Education

AuD program

Tools

Audiometers

Job description

Overview

Audiology Extern -Join our Team at HearingLife in Louisville-Blankenbaker, KY

Looking to kick-start your career in audiology with hands-on experience and unparalleled mentorship? HearingLife, a premier national hearing care company, is seeking passionate Audiology Doctoral Students for externship positions across the country.

About Us: Join a nationwide network of over 600 hearing care centers spanning 42 states. As part of the Demant Group, a global leader in hearing healthcare with over a century of expertise, HearingLife prides itself on innovation, care, and results-oriented approaches.

Salary range is $19-23/hr

Responsibilities

• - Hands-On Learning: From day 1, gain practical experience and mentorship from audiologists in comprehensive evaluations, patient engagement, and solution-oriented education. Clinics may also offer experience in pediatric and vestibular testing.
• - Peer interaction: You'll virtually connect with externs nationwide, building a supportive network for structured encouragement. This collaboration enhances clinical skills and insights into office operations.
• - Continuous Growth: Thrive in an environment of learning and development by participating in monthly manufacturer-lead workshops or meet one-on-one with trainers for individualized learning. Many externs transition to full-time roles as HearingLife prioritizes internal promotion, encouraging you to seize opportunities that align with your interests.
• - Community Impact: Join a community-driven organization dedicated to giving back through volunteer initiatives and community engagement.
• - Cutting-Edge Technology: Utilize top-of-the-line hearing technology from leading manufacturers to tailor solutions for patients. We use computer-based audiometers, conduct real ear verification, and utilize test box measures to uphold audiologic best practice.

Qualifications

• - must actively be in an AuD program.

Daily Extern Responsibilities:

• Learn, ask questions to your preceptor.
• Appointment documentation
• Lead selection, fitting, follow-up, and service appointments
• Ordering/servicing hearing aids
• Earmold impressions
• Conduct follow up calls with patients.
• Participate in clinic/company meetings.
• Any task beneficial to your clinic

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits (401K with match, vision, dental, full medical)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training opportunities
• Growth within the company
• Discounted hearing aids for employees and family

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affir