Greater Baltimore Medical Center-posted 27 days ago
$32 - $53/Yr
Full-time • Manager
Towson, MD
1,001-5,000 employees
Hospitals

Administers specialized diagnostic tests in Audiology, Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry, Otoacoustic Emissions testing, and/or Cochlear implant assessments and mapping. Responsible for operation of Hearing Aid Dispensary and Cochlear Implant Center. Responsible for administrative duties including budget, program development, research, philanthropy, outreach and marketing.

  • Participates in habilitative and rehabilitative programs including in part: hearing aid evaluations, dispensing aids, fitting of cochlear implants, management of FM and/or streaming devices, counseling patients and family regarding hearing aids/communication and assistive listening systems, protection from noise-induced loss and direction to proper agencies when necessary
  • Oversees the operation of the Hearing Aid Dispensary, including but not limited to, evaluation and dispensing of aids, processing aids for repair, and submitting appropriate billing.
  • Oversees the operation of the Cochlear Implant Center including but not limited to protocol development, coding, billing, evaluation and management of cochlear implant recipients.
  • Determines the range, nature and degree of hearing function related to the patient's auditory efficiency and site of lesion using electroacoustic instrumentation measured by such devices as diagnostic audiometers, Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry and Otoacoustic Emissions testing.
  • Coordinates audiometric results with other diagnostic data and makes recommendations if indicated, for educational, medical referral, social and behavioral information.
  • Oversees IRB studies including submissions, protocol deviations, adverse events, renewals and regulatory documentation. May include publication or presentation of material. May serve as the principal investigator.
  • Oversees operations of the department, including equipment calibration and repair, budget recommendations, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, etc. Establishes and maintains medical and administrative files, logs and reports
  • Coordinates the work of staff Audiologists, Speech Pathologist, Cochlear Implant Technician and administrative staff assisting with performance management as needed
  • Development and implementation of outreach program for both professional and patient education
  • Initiate community collaboration and increase referrals
  • Marketing of program via social media, television, web design/content and video content/education
  • Development of remote care services for both speech and audiology services
  • Philanthropy - presentations to assist in fundraising and ongoing communication with donors
  • Coordination of Alstrom Clinic, budget, education, and presentation at international conference
  • Audiology Director will be responsible for national and international presentations regarding research and cochlear implant model.
  • Submissions of abstracts for presentation as well as publications
  • Development of presentations and articles
  • Travel necessary for presentations
  • Doctoral Degree in Audiology
  • At least 8 years of experience in Audiology specific to cochlear implantation
  • Extensive knowledge of the entire realm of auditory disorders, habilitative and rehabilitative measures.
  • Extensive knowledge of the equipment, techniques and procedures used to measure auditory abilities and disabilities.
  • Advanced skill in performing Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry and Otoacoustic Emissions Testing
  • Skill in data analysis and interpretation of test results.
  • Ability to utilize audiology, BERA, OAE and hearing aid fitting techniques and practices in the performance of duties.
  • Advanced skills in cochlear implant assessment and mapping
  • Management experience including profession and support staff, budget and report management, marketing, and program development.
  • Research coordination and implementation
  • Public speaking
  • Demonstration of strong leadership abilities
  • Certification as an Audiologist by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or American Academy of Audiology.
  • Possession of a license in Audiology from the Maryland State Board of Examiners for Audiologists.
  • Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when administering tests and preparing reports.
  • Ability to position patients and move equipment when appropriate during testing.
  • Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties.
  • Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable.
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