Doctoral Audiology Externship: Under Licensed Supervision

Kaiser Permanente; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Vacaville, California, is seeking an audiology extern who is completing their 4th year externship prior to licensure. The practicum will be under the direct supervision of a licensed audiologist.

Under supervision, you will provide diagnostic evaluation of hearing and balance problems, perform preco____ and rehabilitation services, fit and dispense hearing aids, and participate in cochlear implant assessments and electrophysiologic evaluations.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required.
• Doctoral level audiology program coursework/years completed as specified.

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of a licensed audiologist, provides diagnostic evaluation of hearing, prevention, habilitation and rehabilitation services for auditory and balance problems.
• Conducts research related to hearing and balance related disorders. Routinely physically and otoscopically examines the outer structures of the ear. Fits, programs and dispenses hearing aids. Participates in cochlear implant assessments. Conducts electrophysiologic evaluations of the vestibular and auditory mechanisms.
• Performs electroacoustic measures of the peripheral and central auditory systems. Counsels individuals with auditory disorders, their families and other service providers regarding the etiology of the disorder and its management. Provides reports and coordinates audiological results with other diagnostic data such as educational, medical, social, and behavioral information.
• Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees.

Education

Bachelors degree required

Completion of three years in a doctoral level audiology program or two years in an accelerated doctoral level audiology program

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Vacaville, California, is seeking an audiology extern who is completing their 4th year externship prior to licensure. The practicum will be under the direct supervision of a licensed audiologist.

Under supervision, you will provide diagnostic evaluation of hearing and balance problems, perform preco____ and rehabilitation services, fit and dispense hearing aids, and participate in cochlear implant assessments and electrophysiologic evaluations.