Audiologist

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Job description

Ear, Nose & Throat Medical & Surgical Group, LLC

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Audiologist

MISSION : Ear Nose & Throat Medical and Surgical Group, LLC. was established over twenty-five years ago by our friend and colleague, the late John Loeffler, M.D. Still holding true to Dr. Loeffler's belief in the "Patient First" approach to medicine, the practice is a recognized and respected leader in the delivery of Otolaryngological and Hearing Care for Children and Adults. Represented by nationally-recognized Physicians and Audiologists, our practice always strives for medical excellence.

POSITION:

The Audiologist is responsible for administering diagnostic audiological tests that allow the differentiation between various types of hearing disorders, across both adults and pediatrics. Services are frequently conducted in conjunction with the practice's Ear, Nose & Throat providers. The Audiologist will provide diagnostic audiological testing, selection and fitting of hearing aids and hearing protective devices to all populations. The Audiologist counsels patients regarding test results and reviews options which best meet their hearing care needs, and reviews pricing and dispensing of hearing aids as a part of the patient education process. The Audiologist works with the Owner on various tasks and projects for the betterment of the practice and the employees working there.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Administers Diagnostic Tests
Performs Audiological Evaluations including but not limited to: Pure tone assessment, speech testing, tympanometry, Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR), Video/Electronystagmography (V/ENG).
Provides amplification services including, hearing aid assessment testing, real ear measurements and live speech mapping.
Coordinates and interprets test results.
Consults with and makes recommendation on hearing disorders to the practice physicians and/or referring providers.
Based on test results, diagnosis audio vestibular disorders.
Coordinates care with physicians and other providers.
Completes and maintains detailed documentation, chart notes, and billing for each patient seen.

Manages Hearing Rehabilitation
Counsels patients regarding test results.
Makes appropriate recommendation regarding hearing care options.
Reviews products available to the patient for treatment/intervention.
Dispenses appropriate hearing care products and warranties as deemed necessary to meet the needs of the patient.
Provides hearing aid dispensing, including selection, fitting, ear-mold acoustics, ongoing management with follow-up, and education.
Demonstrates and dispenses Assistive Listening Devices (ALD's), batteries, and other special products.
Performs hearing aid repairs.
Performs hearing aid checks and cleaning.

Miscellaneous Duties
Participate in quarterly clinic marketing/pricing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), workplace culture, morale reviews with Audiology Director, and/or Physician/s, and/or Audigy.
Maintain and order clinical supplies, batteries and other supplies for the clinic location, as needed
Assist with marketing activities as appropriate
Maintain positive relationships with various vendors.
Assists patients with exchanges or returns as needed.
Provide excellent customer service and maintains good public relations.
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Practices good safety and infection control protocols.
Exercises confidentiality as it relates to business information.

JOB SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Doctoral and/or Master's Degree in Audiology
Excellent interpersonal skills that allow effective working relationships with a diverse patient, colleague, and vendor population. This includes listening, sales, and problem-solving skills.
Strong keyboard/computer/Audiology diagnostic and hearing aid software and equipment experience.
Must be able to organize time and prioritize numerous duties within strict deadlines.
Requires the ability to deal with numerous interruptions.
Must engage with patients in a caring and respectful manner.
Must be detail oriented.
Must be able to travel to multiple office locations, and upon occasion, across the United States for professional opportunities as required by the practice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Frequently requires sitting, using hands, bending, reaching and twisting.
Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds with or without assistance.
Standing and walking throughout the day.
The work environment is generally quiet, with moderate noise from phones and other business office machines.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
Commission pay

Work Location: Multiple locations

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