Audiologist

Proliance Surgeons•Kennewick, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Audiologist provides direct patient care in the clinic setting and retail hearing aid center. At Proliance Surgeons Three Rivers Ear, Nose & Throat, we are focused on diagnosing and treating a wide variety of ear, nose and throat (ENT) and head & neck disorders. We also offer audiology services for those with hearing problems, providing testing, hearing aids and ear protective devices. Services include comprehensive diagnostic hearing testing and evaluation within the scope of state license, as well as consulting, fitting, dispensing and repair of hearing aids.

Requirements

BS/BA in related field
Au.D. required.
Licensed in the state of WA.
3-5 years of clinical work experience.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to organize, prioritize and work efficiently.
Working knowledge of an electronic medical record.
Ability to grasp new concepts and skills.
Honesty and integrity.
Patient and pleasant personality.
Works well with all types of people.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Team Player; interfaces well with staff, patients and providers.
Flexible.
Maintains professional demeanor.
Dependable.
Strong critical thinking skills and problem solver.
Organized.
Performs all duties with the optimal patient experience as the end goal.

Nice To Haves

ENT practice experience and/or retail hearing aid sales preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care to pediatric thru elder patients within an Audiologist scope of practice.
Conduct hearing testing.
Guide patients thru process of hearing device selection and purchase agreements and do fitting and maintenance on hearing aids.
Maintain accurate and thorough patient records for services.
Document in the electronic record in a timely manner.
Choose appropriate ICD and CPT codes.
Collaborate with referring doctors as appropriate.
Stay current with their professional organizations as it relates to their practice.
Be informed of state–of-the-art equipment.
Maintain equipment and schedule regular maintenance.
Market and promote hearing aid center.
Other duties as assigned.