What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audiologist Casual Days (NO BENEFITS) position at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare?
Company Description
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description
The Audiologist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities:
- Performs audiological and vestibular function testing and treatment.
- Performs diagnostic testing to assess patient's hearing and vestibular status and to determine appropriate treatment.
- Develops, documents, implements, and evaluates a plan of care.
- Collaborates with patient care team to integrate and coordinate plan of care.
- Educates patients, caregivers, and family members on treatment options and continuing care.
- Provides or recommends personal and area sound modification devices and strategies, including hearing aids, implants, alerting devices, and cochlear implants.
Qualifications
Required:
- Master's degree in Audiology
- Excellent critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
- Excellent customer service skills
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
- State Licensure if required by law
- BLS certification
Preferred:
- N/A
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.
