What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hearing Aid Specialist position at Hearing Healthcare Center?
A Hearing Aid Specialist is an individual licensed by the South Carolina Department of Public Health to engage in the practice of measuring human hearing by an audiometer and by other established means for fitting, making selections, adaptations, or sale of hearing aids. It also includes the making of ear impressions for earmolds.
- Perform complete audiometric tests for adult patients to include air and bone conduction and speech audiometry, using calibrated equipment. Case history, test results and progress notes will be documented in the patient’s chart.
- Otoscopy will be completed and documented prior to audiometry.
- Audiograms will be recorded and include the date of evaluation, patient’s full name, sex, date of birth, age, your signature.
- Counsel patients, make recommendations and provide solutions regarding hearing loss and improvements in quality of life. Recommendations for care and treatment will be coordinated with the patient’s physician as required.
- Develop an individualized hearing solution for each patient, including selection of appropriate hearing aids, earmolds, wireless accessories and supplies. The dispensing process will include fitting, instrument programming, orientation, software modifications and repairs as required.
- Conduct hearing screenings and participate in community education activities as requested.
- Organize and maintain patient documents, files, and computer records for easy access and with confidentiality.
- Complete mandatory education requirements and mandatory in-services as required.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; excellent communication and counseling skills
- Ability to motivate patients to follow treatment recommendations
- Professional and empathetic manner with patients
- High level of clinical skill in hearing testing and hearing aid programming
- Excellent decision-making skills; able to analyze and deal with complex situations
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- The ability to thrive both independently and in a team environment; good teamwork skills
- Previous experience in private practice is preferred but not required.
Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or high school diploma
Licensure:Hearing aid specialists must be licensed to practice in South Carolina
Experience:A minimum of five years of work as a hearing aid specialist
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Greenville, SC 29605 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Greenville, SC 29605: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000