Audiologist - ENT

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Baton Rouge, LA

16d

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job performs all diagnostic tests, patient counseling, and follow-up. Also performs all other related clinical skills, ensuring optimum departmental functioning. Must be readily accessible to Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) physicians as well as scheduled patients $20,000 Sign On Bonus and Relocation Assistance Available New graduates welcome to apply. We offer the following services to patients of all ages: Comprehensive audiological evaluations Vestibular assessments, including VNG and EcochG Auditory Brainstem Response testing, neurodiagnostic and threshold Traditional hearing aids, cochlear implants, and bone anchored devices To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.

Requirements

Education Required - Master's degree in Audiology or AuD
Louisiana State License
Work Experience Required - 1 years related work experience.
Certifications Required - Current Hearing Aid License
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-A) by the American Speech and Hearing Association
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Must have clinical skills indicative of a Board certified audiologist

Responsibilities

Assesses auditory function in normal hearing and hearing impaired population of all ages.
Communicates educational, medical, and diagnostic procedural information to the patient and/or patient's families in a clear and concise manner.
Conducts comprehensive diagnostic audiological evaluations.
Facilitates departmental practice by scheduling and coordinating all types of appointments.
Accepts responsibility for attending appropriate in-services/education programs.
Assists in the orientation and training of new employees as assigned.
May be required to fit and calibrate hearing aids for patients and/or conduct auditory brainstem response evaluations as needed.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.