Audiologist - Per Diem

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY

To evaluate and screen audiological status of Elizabeth Seton Children’s Center residents as per physician order.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.  However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

• Understands ESC Mission and Core Values and incorporates values into daily practice.
• Continually strive to improve the organization’s systems and/or services.
• Make decisions as a team to fulfill our mission, share recognition, and learn from failures.
• Treat every resident, family member, and co-worker with dignity, respect, and courtesy.
• Responsible for evaluations of audiological status of residents in the ESC Center.
• Conduct audiological evaluations upon physician’s request.
• Obtain post-surgical hearing level information i.e. myringotomy tube placement.
• Assess hearing levels post treatment with potential ototoxic medications.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of hearing aids and auditory trainer systems.
• Tymponometry/Immitance testing.
• ABR/BAER threshold search testing.
• Otoacoustic Emmissions testing.
• Maintain ongoing communication with interdisciplinary team and family as appropriate to resident care.
• To provide educational instruction and competency on the use of hearing equipment i.e. ear plugs, hearing amplification devices, etc.
• Engage in the in-service education to enhance clinical and professional competence.
• Generates comprehensive reports regarding clinical findings, treatment options and recommendation for further testing and follow up.
• Provides monthly statistics into the Chief Rehabilitation Officer.
• Generates clinical schedule with consultation with Director of SLP and/or Rehabilitation Administrative Assistant, as needed.
• Carry out standards for customer service; quality improvement; professional development; environmental, safety and infection control practices; confidentiality, corporate compliance and all other Children’s Center policies and procedures; attend all mandatory in-services to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices in working with residents and their families.
• Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by your supervisor, director of rehabilitation, and/or administrator.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• Masters in Audiology and NYS license in Audiology.
• ASHA certificate of clinical competence in Audiology and CPR preferred.

Experience

• Pediatric Audiological evaluation with special emphasis on testing the developmentally delayed and medical complex children.

Employee Requirements:

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written); good problem-solving skills; strong organizational skills; ability to relate to families and work collaboratively with other agency representatives.
• Demonstrate excellent time management, prioritization skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently.
• Must meet or exceed all health standards and requirements for the position as established by NYDOH and all other regulatory agencies.
• Must meet the general health requirements set fourth by the policies of this Center which includes a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds.
• Perform tasks that may involve exposure to the resident’s blood/body fluids.
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents, if necessary.

Working Conditions:

• Will work in a well-lighted and ventilated area.
• Will be subject to frequent interruptions.
• May be asked to work beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.

Hourly Rate:

$100/Hr.

Salary : $100