Audiologist

$7,500 SIGN ON BONUS

The Department of Otolaryngology is currently seeking a full-time Staff Audiologist to work in Doral, FL. The Staff Audiologist administers and interprets a variety of tests, such as air and bone conduction, speech reception, and discrimination tests, to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment. Primary specialties for this role are Diagnostics and Hearing Aids. The Staff Audiologist may see several pediatric patients. Bilingual is preferred. Flexibility to cover for different audiology specialties in the absence of a co-worker is required.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs immittance and emissions testing.
• Conducts auditory evoked potential assessments for patients.
• Assesses hearing sensitivity and quality and provides patients with information regarding the results.
• Dispenses hearing aids and fits devices based on patient’s physiology and needs.
• Consults with physicians and other professionals about patient’s future needs and current progress.
• Maintains client records at all stages including initial evaluation and discharge.
• Documents all professional and clinical reports and conducts research on auditory topics.
• Utilizes local, state, and national regulations to make decisions regarding service eligibility.
• Participates in conferences, forums, and training sessions to remain up-to-date with or share knowledge of new hearing or speech disorder treatment methods.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

• Provides audiology coverage for the Neurodiagnostic Clinic of at least 20% of clinical full-time effort to one or more area clinic locations (changes to this amount are at the discretion of the department chair and chief).
• Performs audiological evaluation to one or more area clinic locations.
• Compiles test results and information to make appropriate recommendations and/or referrals.
• Participates in specialty-specific and other audiological meetings.
• Documents all professional and clinical reports in a timely manner.
• Takes add-on audiological evaluations appointments as needed, from the ENT clinic.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations.
• Will be expected to support clinical education activities including but not limited to observerships and/or the training of students.
• May be expected to flex to provide coverage at other clinics in the absence of a colleague.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirements (Essential Requirements):

• Doctorate of Audiology degree required.
• Current valid Florida Audiologist license required.

Work Experience Requirements (Essential Requirements):

• Three years of audiologist-related experience is preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.