Pediatric Audiologist - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Pediatric Audiologist to provide diagnostic and rehabilitative audiology services to infants, children, and adolescents with hearing and communication needs. The position is based at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt (ENT Clinic) and Medical Center East, and supports pediatric audiology services across Vanderbilt Health locations as needed. The audiologist works with pediatric ENT physicians and multidisciplinary specialists in a collaborative academic medical center and teaching environment.

The role includes comprehensive pediatric diagnostic assessments, natural-sleep Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) testing, behavioral audiometry, Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE), tympanometry, acoustic reflex and speech audiometry. It also includes evaluating, fitting, verifying, and managing hearing aids and amplification devices, bone conduction device consultations and follow-up, family counseling, individualized care planning, and timely electronic medical record documentation. The audiologist contributes to patient care, education, professional collaboration, and improvement of clinical services.

The position is open to experienced pediatric audiologists and new graduates with strong pediatric clinical training. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available to qualified external candidates and is paid over 24 months. Up to $10,000 in relocation assistance is available to eligible candidates relocating from more than 100 miles away; the amount is based on relocation mileage and is paid within 45 days of hire. Bonus eligibility excludes current VUMC staff and former staff who worked for VUMC within the past 12 months.

Requirements

• Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree from an accredited program.
• Tennessee audiology license or eligibility for Tennessee licensure.
• Tennessee audiologist certification/license (LIC-Audiologist - Tennessee).
• The posting lists 5 years of relevant work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Pediatric Audiology.
• Experience conducting diagnostic audiologic evaluations.
• Experience with hearing aid evaluations, fittings, and follow-up care.
• Experience with bone conduction devices and amplification technology.
• Experience performing ABR testing and pediatric hearing assessments.
• Strong pediatric clinical training; new graduates with this background are encouraged to apply.
• Commitment to family-centered care and collaborative practice.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive diagnostic hearing assessments using appropriate methods and equipment for the patient, diagnosis, and reason for referral.
• Perform pediatric diagnostic audiologic evaluations, including natural-sleep ABR testing, behavioral audiometry, OAE testing, tympanometry, acoustic reflex testing, and speech audiometry.
• Formulate and implement treatment plans addressing patient deficits and patient and family concerns; modify plans as needed based on outcomes.
• Evaluate, fit, verify, and manage pediatric hearing aids and amplification devices.
• Conduct bone conduction device consultations, fittings, and follow-up care.
• Troubleshoot hearing aids and provide verification and ongoing support.
• Educate and counsel patients and families about hearing loss, assessment results, amplification options, communication development, and treatment recommendations.
• Collaborate with Pediatric ENT physicians, speech-language pathologists, educators, other pediatric specialists, and the health care team.
• Document patient care and treatment plans in the electronic medical record in a timely manner and according to institutional standards.
• Provide education and consultation to patients, families, the health care team, and the community.
• Support pediatric audiology services across Vanderbilt Health locations as needed.
• Contribute to knowledge of communicative and related disorders and promote awareness and prevention through local and regional presentations.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified external candidates, paid over 24 months.
• Up to $10,000 relocation bonus for eligible candidates relocating from more than 100 miles away, paid within 45 days of hire.
• Comprehensive benefits beginning on day one; the benefits package may include health, disability, retirement, and wellness offerings.
• Mentorship, continuing education, and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree