Staff Audiologist - UHealth SoLé Mia - $7,500 Sign On Bonus

University of Miami•North Miami, FL

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Otolaryngology - Ear Institute is currently seeking a full time Staff Audiologist to work in North Miami, FL. This position will be for our SoLe Mia location set to open in 2025. Candidate for this position will have a hire date of early 2025 . Specialties for this role are diagnostics and hearing aids. The Audiologist administers and interprets a variety of tests, such as air and bone conduction, and speech reception and discrimination tests, to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment, site of damage, and effects on comprehension and speech. The incumbent also evaluates test results in relation to behavioral, social, educational, and medical information obtained from patients, families, teachers, and healthcare professionals. This role provides audiology coverage for the Neurodiagnostic Clinic of at least 20% of clinical full-time effort to one or more area clinic locations (changes to this amount are at the discretion of the department chair and chief). Travel to satellite clinics may be required. Bilingual is preferred. Flexibility to cover for different audiology specialties in the absence of a co-worker is required.

Requirements

Doctorate of Audiology degree required.
Certification in relevant specialty or field
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual is preferred.
Flexibility to cover for different audiology specialties in the absence of a co-worker is required.

Responsibilities

Performs immittance and emissions testing, and records results for future reference.
Conducts auditory evoked potential assessments for patients.
Assesses hearing sensitivity and quality and provides patients with information regarding the results.
Dispenses assistive listening devices and fits devices based on patient’s physiology and needs.
Consults with physicians and other professionals about patient’s future needs and current progress.
Maintains client records at all stages including initial evaluation and discharge.
Documents all professional and clinical reports and conducts research on auditory topics.
Utilizes local, state, and national regulations to make decisions regarding service eligibility.
Participates in conferences, forums, and training sessions to remain up-to-date with or share knowledge of new hearing or speech disorder treatment methods.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.