Audiology - Lakeland , FL

isha; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Watson Clinic is seeking an experienced Lead Audiologist to lead the Hearing Center team in Lakeland, Florida. This role combines hands-on clinical care with department leadership at two locations to ensure a high-quality patient experience.

You will oversee operations, optimize workflows, and help grow a contemporary audiology program with state-of-the-art diagnostic and hearing aid technology. Candidate must have Au.D. or equivalent and CCC-A within one year.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in Audiology required; CCC-A within one year.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Audiologist in Florida.
• Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients with comprehensive histories and diagnostic testing.
• Counsel patients and families on hearing health and treatment options.
• Fit hearing aids and provide follow-up care.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of both Hearing Center locations.
• Optimize schedules, workflows, and departmental efficiency.
• Establish and review clinical policies and protocols.
• Keep the team updated on new technologies and best practices.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and patient experience improvements.

Skills

Clinical Audiology

Leadership

Patient Counseling

Documentation & Policies

Education

Au.D. (Doctor of Audiology)

CCC-A Certification

Florida Audiologist License/Eligibility

Tools

Hearing Aid Programming Equipment

Audiology Testing Equipment

Vestibular Testing Equipment

Job description

Help Shape the Future of Audiology at Watson Clinic

Watson Clinic is seeking an experienced Lead Audiologist to join our established Hearing Center team in Lakeland, Florida!

This is an exciting opportunity for an audiologist who enjoys providing exceptional patient care to build a contemporary, patient-centered Audiology practice and Hearing Center that delivers comprehensive diagnostic, rehabilitative, and hearing aid services. The Lead Audiologist will oversee operations atboth Watson Clinic Hearing Center locations, helping ensure a high-quality patient experience, efficient workflows, and continued clinical excellence.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a clinician who is passionate about advancing hearing healthcare while helping shape the strategic direction, clinical excellence, and continued growth of our Hearing Centers.

The Opportunity

As our Lead Audiologist, you will have the opportunity to combinehands-on clinical care with department leadership, including:

• Evaluating patients through comprehensive case histories and appropriate diagnostic hearing testing
• Counseling patients and families regarding hearing health and treatment recommendations
• Selecting and fitting hearing aids and providing ongoing follow-up care
• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of both Hearing Center locations
• Monitoring schedules and helping optimize department workflow and efficiency
• Establishing and reviewing clinical policies and protocols
• Keeping team members informed of new technologies, procedures, and best practices
• Maintaining quality standards and providing feedback and guidance to support the team
• Staying current with regulatory requirements affecting the department
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and the overall patient experience

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Audiology or Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) required
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) required within one year of employment
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Audiologist in the State of Florida
• Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Comfortable working with audiological and vestibular testing equipment, hearing aids, ear molds, and computer systems

What We Offer:

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus. (Paid in full after successful completion of the probationary period. A two-year employment commitment is required. Available to new employees only.)
• Opportunity to build and grow a contemporary Audiology program.
• State-of-the-art diagnostic and hearing aid technology.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Why Watson Clinic?

At Watson Clinic, you'll join aphysician-owned, multi-specialty organizationwith an established reputation for providing high-quality, patient-centered care throughout the Lakeland community. Our collaborative environment provides the opportunity to work alongside a diverse team of healthcare professionals while contributing to the continued growth and success of our Hearing Centers.

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow as a clinician while making an impact in a leadership role, we'd love to hear from you!

Work with extraordinary colleagues who share your dedication to medical excellence! Since our inception in 1941, Watson Clinic is physician owned and has evolved into one of the largest and most successful medical groups in the Southeast. Our population of over 500,000+, Lakeland/Central Florida is one of the fastest growing regions of the U. S. and Watson Clinic’s 220+ physician medical staff has distinguished themselves as healthcare leaders in our community.