Audiologist - Conway

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences-posted 6 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Conway, FL
5,001-10,000 employees
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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. 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.

  • Conduct and interpret complete balance evaluations using state-of-the-art Videonystagmography (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 in a timely manner
  • Provide patient education on 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
  • Adhere to UAMS Code of Conduct and Departmental policies.
  • Conduct professional Audiologic services in accordance with the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) Code of Ethics.
  • Adopt practices to improve work processes, enhance guest satisfaction, and reduce waste.
  • Serve as a resource person to support department members in the performance of duties
  • Participate in professional/institutional advancement
  • Actively participate in continuing education opportunities specific to the growth and advancement of the clinic and hospital
  • Accrue and record the required continuing education units to maintain licensure and certification for state and national organizations
  • Promotes a safe working environment by complying with department and institutional safety policies
  • Observes safe work practices and provides input on safety issues
  • Responds in emergency situations. Intervenes in unsafe situations by taking action
  • Participate in daily safety huddle to identify, assess, and resolve safety hazards
  • Assess and maintain inventory of clinic supplies
  • Restock supplies in audiology rooms/orders hearing aids
  • Evaluates equipment for repairs and makes recommendations for updates/upgrades
  • Interact with and assist the public in a professional and friendly manner
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills; communicate accurate and complete information; maintain strict confidentiality when necessary
  • Demonstrate positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments
  • Follow the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines
  • Assist internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service
  • Other duties may be assigned to this position
  • Doctor of Audiology (Au. D.)
  • Arkansas State license in Audiology, Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-A)
  • Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within 30 days of employment
  • Experience in a hospital or Otolaryngology setting
  • Experience working with adult patients
  • Experience working with Cochlear Implant
  • Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • 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
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