What are the responsibilities and job description for the Beachside Audiologist in ENT Group Practice, position at Wilmington Health?
Join us by the beach! Wilmington Health, a nationally recognized group practice in Wilmington, NC, with almost 300 providers, 19 locations and 23 specialties. We're seeing a dynamic Audiologist to join our current team of 3 ENT Physicians and 2 Audiologists.The ideal candidate will enjoy diagnosing and treating patients with hearing and balance disorders. Strong teamwork, elevated communication skills and a desire to provide exceptional care are a must. Our primary ENT clinic is located less than a mile from Wrightsville Beach in Mayfaire, a bustling shopping and mixed-use district. This full-time opportunity includes a strong base pay, sign-on bonus, departmental annual incentive and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k with a match!
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Since 1971, Wilmington Health has been committed to the care and health of our community in Wilmington as well as all of Southeastern North Carolina. Wilmington Health is structured as a multi-specialty medical practice with primary care providers integrated into the system. In this way, Wilmington Health is able to provide a comprehensive and coordinated approach to the care of all our patients. Wilmington Health is committed to using collaborative, evidence-based medicine in providing the highest quality of care to the patients we serve.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities :
- Defines patient hearing impairment and balance disorder by consulting with referring physician; selecting and administering electrophysiological and other relevant tests; operating diagnostic equipment; determining type and degree of hearing impairment and effects on comprehension and speech; interpreting audiometric diagnostic data; preparing written diagnostic reports.
- Provides treatments by cleaning ear canal; fitting hearing aides and other assistive devices; conducting auditory training and instruction in speech and lip reading; counseling patients and families; conducting programs in aural rehabilitation; guiding technical staff.
- Maintains patient records by recording and updating evaluations, changes, progress, and treatments.
- Improves quality results by studying, evaluating, and re-designing processes; implementing changes; participating in research programs; evaluating new equipment, devices, and techniques.
- Provides auditory evaluations and education by measuring and studying noise conditions; conducting hearing protection and hearing loss screening programs.
- Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock; anticipating needs; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
- Maintains legal and accreditation compliance by adhering to federal, state, and local regulations, and professional standards.
- Updates job knowledge by tracking trends in new techniques and approaches; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
- Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
- Collaborate with fellow Audiologist, ENT physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Provide in-person outpatient care at our main ENT office in Wilmington, NC (Mayfaire Area). Additionally, at our Jacksonville office two days, every other week (averaging 4 days per month).
Requirements
Proficiency in electronic medical records, for documentation and reporting purposes.
