Audiologist

Kaiser Permanente • Santa Clara, CA

227d

About The Position

Administers diagnostic audiological tests that allow the differentiation between types of hearing disorders, coordinates and interprets test results and consults with and makes recommendations on hearing disorders to physicians. Provides diagnostic evaluation of hearing, prevention, habilitation and rehabilitation services for auditory problems and research relating to hearing and attendant disorders. Physically and otoscopically examines the outer structures of the ear. Procedures may include appropriate ear cleaning evaluation, fitting and dispensing of hearing aids; cochlear implant assessment, programming and rehabilitation; and electrophysiologic evaluation of the vestibular and auditory mechanisms, in addition to electroacoustic measures of the peripheral and central auditory systems. Counsels individuals with auditory disorders, their families and other service providers regarding the etiology of the disorder and its management. Provides reports and coordinates audiological results with other diagnostic data such as educational, medical, social and behavioral information.

Requirements

• Masters degree or Clinical Doctorate in Audiology (AuD) prior to employment start date.
• Audiologist License (California) required at hire OR Temporary Audiologist License (California) required at hire.
• National Provider Identifier required at hire.
• Basic Life Support required at hire from American Heart Association.
• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
• If dispensing hearing aids, a Dispensing Audiologist license is required.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of post-licensure experience in the field of audiology.

Responsibilities

• Administers diagnostic audiological tests to differentiate types of hearing disorders.
• Coordinates and interprets test results.
• Consults with and makes recommendations on hearing disorders to physicians.
• Provides diagnostic evaluation of hearing and rehabilitation services for auditory problems.
• Physically and otoscopically examines the outer structures of the ear.
• Conducts procedures including ear cleaning evaluation, fitting and dispensing of hearing aids.
• Assesses, programs, and rehabilitates cochlear implants.
• Performs electrophysiologic evaluation of vestibular and auditory mechanisms.
• Counsels individuals with auditory disorders and their families.
• Provides reports and coordinates audiological results with other diagnostic data.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Master's degree