Audiologist PRN - Audiology Clinic

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

4d • $44

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. The Audiologist will plan and conduct care, evaluation, and treatment for patients with hearing and balance problems, using advanced technology and procedures. The audiologist will work to determine the severity and cause of ear and hearing-related pathologies and provide treatment options when applicable

Requirements

• Doctor of Audiology (Au. D.)
• Experience working with adult patients
• Arkansas State license in Audiology, Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-A)
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities and tasks; must be able to a project a professional and positive image and conduct yourself in a professional manner; must be able to handle stressful situations and patients without losing the ability to provide superior customer service; must have the ability to organize work and complete tasks in an efficient manner

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a hospital or Otolaryngology setting
• Cochlear Implant

Responsibilities

• Conduct and interpret complete balance evaluations using state-of-the-art Videonystagmogrophy (VNG), Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CDP).
• Provide complete diagnostic hearing evaluations, including tympanometry, acoustic reflex testing, air and bone conduction threshold testing, as well as a battery of standard and specialized speech assessments.
• Complete specialized diagnostic assessments, including aided threshold measures, AZ Bio sentence tests, and CNC word tests in soundfield, and interpret outcomes to make recommendations for cochlear implant candidacy.
• Plan and coordinate hearing rehabilitation activities, including but not limited to: consultation, selection, and fitting of state-of-the-art hearing aids, cochlear implants, bone-anchored hearing aids, and assistive listening devices.
• Perform verification of amplification devices in an on-ear, probe mic fashion, such as Speech Mapping/Real-Ear measurements.
• Provide complete care for patients by servicing a wide range of hearing amplification devices for troubleshooting and repairs.
• Complete accurate and thorough chart notes and dictation promptly.
• Provide patient education of procedures to be performed
• Participate in ongoing hospital and clinical performance assessments and process improvement projects.
• Ensure continual department performance improvement and assessment.
• Create and revise work processes to enhance customer satisfaction and reduce waste.
• Other duties may be assigned to this position.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees