Rehab Audiology Manager

10 Driscoll Children's Hospital; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Driscoll Children’s Hospital is seeking an experienced Rehab Audiology Manager to lead and support our growing Audiology Program across Corpus Christi and the Rio Grande Valley (RGV). This leadership role focuses on program development, clinical governance, and mentoring staff while maintaining some direct pediatric care when needed.

The position requires Au.D. or equivalent, Texas licensure, 5+ years of clinical experience, and willingness to travel to RGV.

Qualifications

• Au.D. or equivalent degree in Audiology.
• Minimum 5 years of related clinical experience.
• Current Texas Audiologist license.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Strong clinical knowledge, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to mentor staff, collaborate across departments, and support clinical operations.
• Willingness and availability to travel to the Rio Grande Valley.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, clinical guidance, and professional development opportunities for Audiologists across Corpus Christi and the RGV.
• Develop and implement standardized clinical protocols, evidence-based best practices, and quality improvement initiatives to ensure exceptional pediatric patient care.
• Oversee the Audiology externship program, mentor doctoral Audiology students, and collaborate with universities and clinical preceptors.
• Stay current on Texas laws, professional standards, insurance billing requirements, and regulatory guidelines related to Audiology services.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, productivity, staff competencies, and performance evaluations while supporting departmental goals.
• Work closely with physicians, rehabilitation leadership, and other healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and support program growth.
• Provide direct pediatric Audiology patient care as needed during staffing shortages or increased patient volumes.
• Frequently visit RGV locations to provide onsite leadership and support.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Program development

Regulatory compliance

Staff collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.)

Job description

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Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday | On-call rotation
Location: Corpus Christi, TX, with frequent travel to the Rio Grande Valley (RGV)

Driscoll Children's Hospital is seeking an experienced and passionate Rehab Audiology Manager to lead and support our growing Audiology Program across Corpus Christi and Rio Grande Valley (RGV). This is an exciting opportunity for an Audiologist who enjoys mentoring others, developing clinical best practices, and helping advance pediatric hearing healthcare. Working closely with the Director of Rehabilitation Services, the Rehab Audiology Manager will oversee clinical operations, support staff development, and help strengthen and grow our Audiology program in both Corpus Christi and the RGV. This position is primarily focused on leadership and program development, with opportunities to provide direct patient care when additional clinical support is needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership & Mentorship: Provide leadership, clinical guidance, and professional development opportunities for Audiologists across Corpus Christi and the RGV.
• Program Development: Develop and implement standardized clinical protocols, evidence-based best practices, and quality improvement initiatives to ensure exceptional pediatric patient care.
• Externship Program: Oversee the Audiology externship program, mentor doctoral Audiology students, and collaborate with universities and clinical preceptors.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay current on Texas laws, professional standards, insurance billing requirements, and regulatory guidelines related to Audiology services.
• Department Operations: Oversee staffing, scheduling, productivity, staff competencies, and performance evaluations while supporting departmental goals.
• Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, rehabilitation leadership, and other healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and support program growth.
• Clinical Support: Provide direct pediatric Audiology patient care as needed during staffing shortages or increased patient volumes.
• Travel: Frequently visit our RGV locations to provide onsite leadership and support.

Qualifications Required

• Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) or equivalent degree in Audiology from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 5 years of related clinical experience.
• Current Texas Audiologist license.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Strong clinical knowledge, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to mentor staff, collaborate across departments, and support clinical operations.
• Willingness and availability to travel to the Rio Grande Valley.

Preferred

• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) from ASHA.
• Pediatric Audiology experience, preferably in a hospital or outpatient setting.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or clinical mentorship experience.
• Experience supervising Audiology externs or students.
• Knowledge of pediatric diagnostic testing, clinical protocols, and insurance billing requirements.

Until all children are well.

Driscoll Children’s Hospital and its specialty centers, urgent care centers, and after-hours facility serve a vast area covering 31 South Texas counties. The hospital is a 191-bed tertiary care center offering 32 medical and 13 surgical specialties. Combined with our non-profit, community-based Health Plan, Driscoll Health System is an exceptional workplace for anyone with a big heart and a drive for success. Smiles, hugs and a soothing touch are as much a part of Driscoll’s approach to treating children as is its advanced medical treatments and technologies. The core values at Driscoll Heath System are: Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. These values are exemplified through every position - from treating the most critical patients hands-on, to maintaining a clean environment, to keeping the organization running from behind the scenes. We invite you to learn about Driscoll’s rich history and explore the laidback lifestyle South Texas has to offer.