Audiologist

Audiologist Position -- Seeking Part-Time AND Full-Time Applicants

Offering Flexible Schedule for Qualified Applicants

Overview

Ascent Hearing Center, Northern Indiana’s Premier Hearing Health Care Practice, is seeking one or more qualified Audiologists to join our team in either a part- or full-time capacity. The Audiologist(s) will provide general audiology services to pre-scheduled appointments at one or more of our three established hearing centers within Northwest Indiana (Valparaiso, Crown Point, or Lowell). For qualified candidates, a significant amount of flexibility may be available in regards to work location, hours and schedule.

Experienced audiologists and recent and/or anticipated 2023 audiologist graduates are encouraged to apply. As a clinician, you are an expert in the assessment, evaluation, and diagnosis of hearing-related health conditions.

Qualifications

• Masters of Audiology (M.A.) or Doctorate Degree in Audiology (AuD)
• Active and unrestricted professional license | OR anticipated (2023) Indiana licensure
• Valid driver’s license

Essential Responsibilities and Functions

• Works closely with Ascent Hearing Center leadership, administrative staff, and other clinical staff to facilitate a high-level of patient care, efficient workflow processes
• Provides leadership for clinical best practices; provides direction for administrative staff and other members of the clinical support team, as needed
• Conducts comprehensive diagnostic audiological examinations
• Conducts electronic medical record review, including audiogram and noise history
• Performs otoscopic inspection of ear and canals
• Performs and interprets middle ear analysis using tympanometry and acoustic reflex testing
• Performs otoscopy and cerumen removal management.
• Conducts audios and thoroughly explains audiological results
• Identifies and presents technological options for hearing issue resolution, advises patients during the decision-making process, and makes recommendations based on factors that include a patient’s lifestyle, budget, and ear anatomy
• Conducts initial hearing aid fittings, orientations of new products, and device demonstrations
• Creates earmold impressions for custom fit products
• Dispenses and adjusts analog and digital hearing aids as well as other amplification devices
• Maintains best practices for accurate and successful hearing aid fittings and programming
• Provides ongoing comprehensive follow-up care and counseling to patients
• Interprets service agreements, charges, packages, and additional fees; thoroughly reviews relevant information with patients
• Completes purchase contracts and presents financing options for new purchases
• Reviews insurance coverage as it applies to new hearing aid purchases
• Cleans and disinfects instrumentation and work surfaces in clinical settings
• Completes outcomes in SYCLE and maintains appropriate records following appointments; documents other medical records and files in a timely and accurate manner
• Attains pre-set sales goals and targets determined according to the business plan
• Reviews the daily schedule, and works with staff to prepare for upcoming appointments, follow-ups, repairs, and payments to ensure efficient flow of patients
• Operates standard office equipment on a regular basis, including fax machine, copier/scanner, and computer (including email account)
• Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with HIPAA rules and procedures
• Adheres to Ascent Hearing Center’s standards of conduct and compliance guidelines
• Complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards
• Maintains professional appearance appropriate for a clinical setting
• Performs other duties as assigned

Other Skills

• Verbal and written communication: ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders, including the hearing impaired
• Compassion, patience, and kindness: ability to effectively relate to patients and understand the impact that the patient’s condition is having on their life
• Professionalism, flexibility, and a positive attitude towards all patients and colleagues
• Customer service-focused: ability to use appropriate judgment, think independently, demonstrate flexibility, and utilize creativity when resolving customer issues
• Time management and organization: ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume, clinical environment
• Growth-oriented: takes action to build knowledge and understanding of hearing-related issues and demonstrates a curiosity to learn new skills
• Critical thinking: ability to make optimal decisions based on multiple variables and desired outcomes

Position Details

• Be part of a growing network of providers at Ascent Hearing Centers!
• Location flexibility at our Valparaiso, Crown Point, and/or Lowell Offices
• Monday through Friday; no evening or weekend hours unless desired
• Excellent pay and potential for schedule flexibility
• Ability to contribute to 401K
• Established patient base
• 100% malpractice coverage
• Administrative team support
• Permanent position
• CE reimbursement

About Ascent Hearing Centers

Ascent Hearing Centers offer a full range of services, including hearing loss prevention, diagnostic care, hearing aids, counseling, and follow-up care. All services are personalized to the patient’s individual needs. Website:https://helpmehear.net

Contact & Application

Interested and qualified candidates are welcome to contact Trent Harris, owner of Ascent Hearing Centers, directly, at trent@helpmehear.netto apply or with any questions. Please submit a resume or CV to apply.

Equal Opportunity

Ascent Hearing Center is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Mishawaka, IN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person