Per Diem Audiologist

University of Miami; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Otolaryngology invites applications for a per diem Audiologist in Miami, FL. The Audiologist administers and interprets tests (air and bone conduction; speech reception) to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment and its impact on communication.

Core duties include immittance and emissions testing, auditory evoked potential assessments, dispensing and fitting assistive listening devices, charting results, consulting with physicians, and

Qualifications

• Mastery of learning new procedures, technologies, and protocols.
• Team player with ability to work in multidisciplinary settings.
• Proficient with office software and clinical applications.

Responsibilities

• Performs immittance and emissions testing and records results.
• Assesses hearing sensitivity and communicates results to patients.
• Dispenses and fits assistive listening devices.
• Consults with physicians about patient needs and progress.
• Maintains patient records from initial evaluation to discharge.
• Documents clinical reports and conducts auditory research.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

AuD or equivalent

Job description

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Otolaryngology has an exciting opportunity for a per diem Audiologist to work in Miami, FL.

The Audiologist - Per Diem administers and interprets a variety of tests, such as air and bone conduction, and speech reception and discrimination tests, to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment, site of damage, and effects on comprehension and speech. The incumbent evaluates test results in relation to behavioral, social, educational, and medical information obtained from patients, families, teachers, and healthcare professionals.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs immittance and emissions testing, and records results for future reference.
• Conducts auditory evoked potential assessments for patients.
• Assesses hearing sensitivity and quality and provides patients with information regarding the results.
• Dispenses assistive listening devices and fits devices based on patient’s physiology and needs.
• Consults with physicians and other professionals about patient’s future needs and current progress.
• Maintains client records at all stages including initial evaluation and discharge.
• Documents all professional and clinical reports and conducts research on auditory topics.
• Utilizes local, state, and national regulations to make decisions regarding service eligibility.
• Participates in conferences, forums, and training sessions to remain up-to-date with or share knowledge of new hearing or speech disorder treatment methods.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate degree in relevant field required
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required
• Valid State of Florida Audiologist license required
• Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Department Specific Functions

• Performs immittance and emissions testing, and records results for future reference.
• Assesses hearing sensitivity, nature and degree of hearing impairment using standardized methods.
• Provides patients with information regarding test results.
• Consults with physicians and other professionals about patient’s future needs and current progress.
• Maintains client records at all stages including initial evaluation and discharge.
• Documents all professional and clinical reports and conducts research on auditory topics.
• Utilizes local, state, and national regulations to make decisions regarding service eligibility.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Department Specific Qualifications

• AuD required or equivalent required.
• Valid State of Florida Audiologist license required
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.

As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean.

Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.

Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care.

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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Part time

Employee Type: Temporary

The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service.

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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.