Supervisory Audiologist

Veterans Health Administration•Pittsburgh, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is in the Audiology and Speech Pathology Service at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System. The Supervisory Advanced Practice Audiologist provides clinical care across Audiology patient-care areas, including University Drive and HJ Heinz Divisions and VA Pittsburgh Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). The work location will be based on geographic location near the health system’s CBOCs. The role combines audiology practice with supervision, program management, education, and administrative responsibilities. The incumbent applies audiology knowledge and methods across diverse populations; develops treatment strategies; conducts assessments and interventions; and consults with other health care professionals. In conjunction with another Audiology Supervisor, the incumbent manages the Audiology section, including its policies, procedures, programs, staffing, work assignments, quality, and productivity. The role requires independent judgment in managing resources, addressing operational issues, and supporting evidence-based clinical practice. The incumbent also mentors and trains colleagues and staff, supports the education and supervision of students and trainees, maintains clinical records and equipment, and may represent the section on committees. The position is primarily sedentary in an office or clinic setting, with some walking and possible assistance with direct patient care during staffing shortages. Travel may be required to CBOCs and conferences. Telework is not authorized as a regular arrangement; ad hoc telework may be available during inclement weather or facility emergencies.

Requirements

Doctor of Audiology (AuD) from an audiology program recognized by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) of ASHA, or another doctoral degree in hearing science or a directly related field from an institution accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting institution.
Full, current, and unrestricted doctoral-level audiology license in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
At least two years of experience as a professional audiologist, including at least one year comparable to GS-12.
GS-12-comparable experience must include independent audiologic services; consultation with peers and supervisors and service as a subject-matter expert to other health professionals; evaluating, teaching, and training; diagnosing audiologic disorders; conducting audiologic or neuro-audiologic assessments; and treating auditory disorders, potentially through individual, family, or group rehabilitation.
Skill in conflict resolution to support positive working relationships among employees, team leaders, and managers.
Skill in applying evidence-based practices in a professional area.
Ability to analyze organizational and operational challenges and develop and implement solutions.
Ability to develop current employees’ abilities and strengths.
Ability to balance responsibilities, set priorities, and delegate tasks to meet multiple deadlines.
Ability to analyze data to manage workload, quality, performance, and productivity.
U.S. citizenship, subject to the stated VA policy exception for non-citizens when qualified citizens cannot be recruited.
Proficiency in spoken and written English.
Must satisfy applicable background and security investigation, pre-employment drug-testing requirements for testing-designated positions, pre-employment physical examination, identification and onboarding requirements, and seasonal influenza vaccination requirements.
Must meet Selective Service registration requirements if applicable.
Must complete all application requirements in the announcement and serve a one- or two-year trial period.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of Audiology clinical experience.
Current or past experience leading a team and/or a major clinical improvement project that improved patient-care flow and outcomes.

Responsibilities

Provide audiology assessments and treatment interventions, develop treatment strategies, and maintain the ability to perform clinical services independently.
Consult with other health care professionals on audiology matters.
Develop, organize, direct, manage, supervise, control, and implement policies and procedures for the Audiology section in conjunction with another Audiology Supervisor.
Plan, assess, and evaluate Audiology programs and functions to coordinate care delivery with the broader health care system.
Manage section staff and resources; plan and schedule assignments; review completed work; ensure clinical productivity and quality requirements; appraise performance; recommend performance standards and ratings; assign clinical privileges; approve leave; and take disciplinary measures.
Set priorities, delegate tasks, meet deadlines, analyze organizational problems, and implement effective solutions.
Use data to manage workload, quality, performance, access, and productivity within the section.
Foster productive working relationships and resolve problems and conflicts among employees, team leaders, and managers.
Use evidence-based practices and clinical practice guidelines and guide Audiology providers in applying them.
Verify that supervisees meet national and agency OSHA and JCAHO standards; keep work areas clean and free of safety hazards; and respond according to hospital policy to drills, codes, and emergencies.
Ensure OWCP forms are completed accurately and promptly in accordance with HRMS guidelines.
Protect patient and employee confidentiality, promptly address breaches, ensure sensitive data is disposed of according to regulations, and follow informed-consent and HIPAA requirements and patient-rights protections.
Enforce respectful and equal treatment and service for all persons, regardless of protected characteristics or reprisal.
Mentor and teach colleagues, address professional practice issues, and maintain professional knowledge through continuing education and professional literature.
Provide orientation and training to medical staff and new Audiology staff; assist in training and supervising students, trainees, externs, and fellows and provide feedback on their progress.
Participate in developing guidelines and protocols, new patient programs, and evaluations of existing programs.
Comply with Advanced Access scheduling procedures specified in VHA Directive 1230.
Maintain patient records and other clinic, service, and medical-center data; maintain supplies, equipment, and clinical areas for safety and efficiency.
Serve as requested on service-level committees or task forces, or represent the service or section on medical-center, network, or national committees.