Audiologist- Private ENT Practice

E.N.T. Specialty Partners•Chevy Chase, MD

15h•Onsite

About The Position

ESP is seeking a patient-focused Audiologist to join a growing private ENT practice. The Audiologist works alongside ENT physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate and treat hearing and balance disorders for adult and pediatric patients. The role includes diagnostic testing, hearing aid care, tinnitus treatment, vestibular evaluations, and fitting and programming bone-anchored and cochlear implant devices. The Audiologist counsels patients and families on results, treatment options, and device care, and supports continuity of care through accurate documentation, reports, equipment maintenance, and coordination of orders and repairs. The position also supports clinic operations and regulatory compliance, maintains a clean and welcoming clinical environment, and participates in interdisciplinary case discussions, meetings, and in-service education. Responsibilities may evolve, and additional duties may be assigned as needed. The role is based on-site in a clinical setting with direct patient interaction. The schedule is Monday through Friday during the day; occasional after-hours meetings may be required. Physical expectations include manual dexterity for audiology equipment and computer use, sitting or standing for extended periods, moving between exam rooms and workstations, standing, bending, and light lifting.

Requirements

Doctorate in Audiology (Au.D. or Ph.D.).
Active state license.
ASHA certification (CCC-A) or eligibility for certification.
Experience with both adult and pediatric populations.
Skill in diagnostics, hearing aid fittings, and vestibular care.
Compassionate communication and strong attention to detail.
Comfort with EMR systems and clinical documentation.
Demonstrated positive attitude, compassionate patient care, professionalism, confidentiality, accuracy, and collaboration with clinical teams.
Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail during diagnostic evaluations and patient consultations while managing multiple clinical and administrative tasks.
Ability to meet the stated physical expectations, including manual dexterity, extended sitting or standing, moving between rooms and workstations, bending, and light lifting.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with billing practices.

Responsibilities

Perform audiological evaluations, including audiograms, tympanometry, OAEs, and reflexes, for adult and pediatric patients.
Conduct hearing aid evaluations, fittings, adjustments, and follow-up care.
Provide tinnitus evaluations and treatment.
Administer vestibular testing, including VNG, Dix-Hallpike, and Epley maneuvers.
Fit and program bone-anchored and cochlear implant devices.
Create and fit custom ear molds and hearing protection.
Counsel patients and families on test results, treatment options, and device care.
Maintain and calibrate audiological equipment.
Accurately document patient visits, procedures, and progress in EMRs.
Prepare diagnostic reports for physician and patient use.
Manage hearing aid and ear mold orders, repairs, and inventory.
Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming clinic environment.
Follow safety and infection control procedures.
Participate in clinical case discussions and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Ensure adherence to HIPAA, OSHA, and other regulatory guidelines.
Participate in meetings, in-service education, and continuing education.
Assist in maintaining legal and accreditation compliance.
Stay current on audiology best practices, equipment, and patient care innovations.
Attend job-related in-service education programs required for graduation and state licensure.
Track trends in new techniques and approaches, read professional publications, maintain professional networks, and participate in professional organizations.