Audiologist

Job Overview:

The Audiologist is responsible for administering diagnostic audiological tests that allow the differentiation between types of hearing disorders. The Audiologist will provide hearing aid testing, selection and fitting to all populations. Also, provides comprehensive diagnostic testing including ABR, ENG, VNG and other tests as needed. The Audiologist counsels patients regarding test results and reviews options which best meet their hearing care needs. Reviews pricing and sale of hearing aids as a part of the patient education process.

Responsibilities:

Administer diagnostic tests:

• Performs Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR), Electronystagmography (ENG), Electrocochleography (ECoG), Auditory Steady State Response (ASSR), Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE), Tympanometry, Audiological Evaluations, ETD testing and acoustic reflex threshold and tone decay testing.
• Provides amplification services including, hearing aid assessment testing, real ear measurements and live speech mapping.
• Coordinates and interprets test results.
• Consults with and makes recommendation on hearing disorders to physicians.
• Based on test results, diagnoses audio vestibular disorders.
• Coordinates care with physicians and other providers.
• Completes chart notes for each patient seen and sends written report to referring physician and primary care physician

Manages Hearing Rehabilitation:

• Counsels patients regarding test results.
• Makes recommendation regarding hearing care options.
• Reviews products available to improve hearing impairment.
• Sells appropriate hearing care products and warranties as deemed necessary to meet the needs of the patient.
• Provides hearing aid dispensing, including selection, fitting, ear-mold acoustics, ongoing management with follow-up, and education.
• Demonstrates and sells Assisted Living Devices (ALD’s), batteries, and other special products.
• Performs hearing aid repairs.
• Performs hearing aid checks and cleaning.

Miscellaneous Duties:

• Assists customers with exchanges or returns as needed.
• Involved in clinical quality outcomes, including efficiency and productivity.
• Provides excellent customer service and maintains good public relations.
• Shares administrative duties with colleagues as needed.
• Performs all other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
• Practices good safety habits.
• Exercises confidentiality to ensure compliance with all HIPAA and OSHA regulations
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment and work area
• Attends all regular staff meetings
• Performs all other miscellaneous duties as assigned

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment where you can make a meaningful impact on patients' lives through improved hearing health.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Asheville, NC 28803 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Asheville, NC 28803: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $85,000