ACH Audiologist - Per Diem

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Park Ridge, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This Per Diem ACH Audiologist position is located in the Pediatrics: Audiology department at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. It is a part-time role, not eligible for benefits, primarily intended to provide coverage for SPTO (Scheduled Paid Time Off) and FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act), as well as to meet patient care demands. The role is contingent on the candidate obtaining the necessary license. Key responsibilities include planning and administering age-appropriate treatment programs for patients of all ages (infants, children, adolescents, and adults), conducting comprehensive patient assessments, managing daily operations, educating patients and families, and planning patient discharge. The audiologist will also be responsible for maintaining a productive schedule, communicating with healthcare teams, selecting and instructing on hearing devices, and ensuring all documentation is completed according to departmental policy. Participation in safety initiatives, continuous improvement projects, and departmental meetings is also expected.

Requirements

Masters degree in Audiology from an accredited school
At least 2 years experience
Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by professional standards
Good interpersonal skills and communication
Competent knowledge in a variety of diagnostic and treatment techniques
Recognition of needs and behaviors of specific age group
Licensed or eligible for license in Illinois (Audiologist in IL)
Current BLS Certification
CFY eligible

Responsibilities

Plans appropriate treatment programs for infants, children, adolescents and adults of all ages based on physician referral, evaluation results, patient/family goals and interests, sound clinical judgment and other pertinent available information.
Administers services, ensuring that the plan is age-appropriate and adjusted as necessary in order to meet the changing needs of the patient.
Responsible for maintaining a productive schedule with an average of > 5.0 out of 10.0 hours per day scheduled for direct clinical care.
Informs coordinator of openings and/or cancellations in their daily schedule.
Successfully completes all competency assessments pertaining to provision of patient care.
Communicates with team members, other professionals, family members and caregivers for the purpose of sharing information that will assist in achieving optimum care for the patient.
Establishes effective rapport with patients of all ages depending on assignment.
Selects appropriate hearing devices for patients and provides appropriate instruction in the maintenance and use of such equipment.
Maintains responsibility for patient plan of care and provides direction and recommendations regarding treatment and goals implemented by assistive personnel.
Selects appropriate assessment procedures to assess the abilities and limitations of patients including infants, children, adolescents and adults of all ages, depending on area of assignment.
Administers and interprets initial assessments which determine the patient's status in the following areas of function: hearing acuity in high risk neonates through adults, peripheral nervous system status, middle ear status, need for use or change in amplification and/or assistive listening devices, and the level of acceptance of impairment.
Completes entry level assessment competencies.
Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating in safety initiatives as requested.
Performs other duties such as billing for all services rendered on the day delivered, maintaining a clean work environment, and serving on departmental committees and in program development efforts as appropriate.
Participates in the continuous improvement projects.
Follows appropriate safety and infection control measures pertaining to patient care, equipment and the general working environment.
Promptly reports any problems to their immediate supervisor.
Promptly reports any problems to their coordinator, and follows appropriate Advocate policies and procedures.
Actively participates in departmental meetings, committees, in-services and continuing education programs.
May supervise audiology interns at the request of coordinator after obtaining Certificate of Clinical Competence.
Complies with organizational and departmental patient satisfaction initiatives.
Routinely meets the needs and expectations of patients and their families.
Upholds the policies and procedures of Advocate Health Care/Advocate Christ Medical Center/Hope Children’s Hospital.
Provides education to the patient and family, or significant others based on patient needs.
Identifies and addresses learning readiness, preferences and learning barriers.
May be required to participate in community education programs.
Recognizes the need for termination of treatment and effectively plans discharge which may include arranging for additional equipment or devices, and/or arranging for additional audiological services within a different level of care.
Consults with other team members to determine when the patient will be ready for discharge.
Completes all documentation according to departmental policy.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program