Audiologist 1

University of Miami•Miami, FL

68d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Otolaryngology has an exciting opportunity for a full time Audiologist 1 to work in Miami, FL. The Staff Audiologist administers and interprets a variety of tests, such as air and bone conduction, and speech reception and discrimination tests, to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment. Primary specialties are Diagnostics, Hearing Aids and Electrophysiology. The Staff Audiologist for this role must be prepared and comfortable in running a clinic independently, and may see several pediatric patients. Travel to satellite clinics may be required. Bilingual is preferred. Flexibility to cover for different audiology specialties in the absence of a co-worker is required.

Requirements

Doctorate of Audiology degree required.
Current valid Florida Audiologist license required.
Knowledge of and ability to apply auditory principles, procedures, and techniques
Knowledge of auditory agents used in patient treatments
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat hearing or speech disorders.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Performs in tactful and professional manner.
Motivated and focused on achieving own goals
Confident about working within a team and autonomously
Commercially aware, and happy to offer the client the best solution for any given problem
Dedicated to exemplary customer service to ensure client satisfaction.
Excellent communication skills, with empathy and patience.
Desire to do provide the best service and advice to the best of your abilities

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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.
Performs audiological evaluation, hearing aid coverage and electrophysiology 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.
Is able to runs a clinic independently.
May see, evaluate and fit patients of all ages.
Takes add-on audiological evaluations and hearing aid evaluation 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 or students.
May be expected to flex to provide coverage at other clinics in the absence of a colleague.
May be asked to onboard at multiple clinics.