Audiologist - Per Diem - Days

Mohawk Valley Health System•City of Utica, NY

97d•Onsite

About The Position

The Audiologist is responsible for the administration and direct application of audiology and amplification treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician. This role evaluates, plans, directs, and treats all patients referred for audiology treatments to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury. The Audiologist assists patients in obtaining maximum performance and function in society while learning to live a routine “normal” life within the constraints of their disability.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Audiology or Communication Disorders (AuD or PhD). Note: Applicants licensed or Employees hired prior to 2007 must have a minimum of a Master’s degree.
Strong 4th year AuD candidates will be considered.
Computer proficiency with training in NOAH hearing aid software and MS Office.
New York State license in audiology or obtained within 12 months.
New York State registration as Hearing Aid Dispenser or obtained within 12 months.
Current BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Eligible for Certificate of Clinical Competence in audiology from the American Speech, Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

Responsibilities

Obtains case history from patient, family member or staff.
Performs otoscopic examination per professional standards and makes appropriate referrals to physicians.
Obtains test results in a timely fashion to determine nature and extent of hearing/vestibular difficulty. Testing may include; adult and infant hearing testing, hearing aid checks, hearing aid evaluations, Real Ear Measures, Auditory Brainstem Response test, Videonystagmography, Electrocochleography, Central Auditory Processing testing, and Otoacoustic emissions.
Completes timely and appropriate documentation for all Audiology treatments, assessments and evaluations performed for the inpatient and outpatient population.
Interprets and integrates test results and behavioral observations into accurate diagnostic impressions.
Counsels patient, family members and associated care provider staff regarding educational, vocational, social and psychological effects of hearing impairment, balance disorders, tinnitus and auditory processing disorders. Evaluates effectiveness of learning. Adjusts counseling to accommodate patient/family understanding and learning styles.
Modifies hearing aid settings to improve patient’s amplification benefit and/or re-instructs patient/family regarding realistic expectations and hearing aid use.
Educates patients and family members in the care and use of hearing assistive devices. Identifies and addresses areas of deficiency in patient understanding.
Assists in scheduling of patient visits for audiology/hearing aid evaluation and treatment.
Calibrates equipment as needed in accordance with established procedures.
Participates in CQI/statistical activities as requested.
Complies with policies and procedures related to departmental and MVHS operations.
Maintains standards of professional Audiologist society (ASHA/AAA) procedures and ethical behavior.
Utilizes products, supplies and equipment in an efficient manner, with minimal cost and waste.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Performs related duties as assigned.