Pediatric Audiologist

MultiCare Health System•Tacoma, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Audiologist provides specialized comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitative services to a diverse linguistic, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic group of pediatric patients age birth to 21 years in a medical center/clinical setting. This is a professional level position that requires clinical skills, data analysis, problem solving, and decision making. The Audiologist serves a large population of patients with multiple disabilities and maintains both internal and external contacts including patient care staff, physicians, and support staff.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Audiology through an accredited program
Board certification in Audiology (ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency or American Board of Audiology (ABA) Certificate)
CPR certification
Current Washington State Audiology license
Minimum one (1) year related experience

Responsibilities

Conducts and interprets diagnostic behavioral testing, auditory brainstem response evaluations, newborn hearing screenings, and hearing technology evaluations using evidence-based practice
Recommends appropriate hearing technology and follows appropriate monitoring schedule for follow-up care
Fits and manages hearing aids, bone conduction devices, cochlear implants, and assistive listening devices
Collaborates with multidisciplinary clinics, physicians, and other professionals
Documents results accurately and makes recommendations based on findings
Counsels patients and caregivers to ensure understanding of hearing technology, availability of and access to support services, and other hearing healthcare needs
Participation in team meetings, quality improvement, and community outreach
Maintains required CEU’s
Participates in quality improvement projects, program development initiatives, and/or clinical research
Mentors students