Audiologist 1

University of Miami•Miami, FL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Otolaryngology is currently seeking a full time Audiologist 1 to work in Miami, FL. The Audiologist 1 (H) 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 Audiologist 1 (H) evaluates test results concerning behavioral, social, educational, and medical information obtained from patients, families, teachers, and healthcare professionals.

Requirements

Doctorate degree in relevant field
Valid FL Audiologist License
Minimum 1 years 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.
Doctorate of Audiology degree required.
Current valid Florida Audiologist license required.
Knowledge of and ability to apply auditory principles, procedures, and techniques
Knowledge of auditory agents used in patient treatments
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat hearing or speech disorders.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Performs in tactful and professional manner.
Motivated and focused on achieving own goals
Confident about working within a team and autonomously
Commercially aware, and happy to offer the client the best solution for any given problem
Dedicated to exemplary customer service to ensure client satisfaction.
Excellent communication skills, with empathy and patience.
Desire to do provide the best service and advice to the best of your abilities

Nice To Haves

One year of audiologist-related experience is preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs immittance and emissions testing.
Conducts auditory evoked potential assessments for patients.
Assesses hearing sensitivity and quality and provides patients with information regarding the results.
Dispenses hearing aids and fits devices based on the patient’s physiology and needs.
Consults with physicians and other professionals about the 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 research 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.
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).
Performs behavioral observation audiometry, visual reinforcement audiometry, play audiometry, and conventional audiometry
Performs Otoacoustic Emission and Auditory Brainstem Response testing (natural sleep and/or sedated).
Selects, administers, and interprets age appropriate auditory and speech perception tests
Compiles test results, behavioral observation, and information to make appropriate recommendations and/or referrals.
Counsels patient and/or families to select assistive listening devices
Remains up to date on hearing aid technologies and fitting best practices.
Counsels patients on techniques that may improve hearing with hearing aids and support families overall needs
Identifies and refers patients for speech-language, educational, medical, psychological, and social services
Collaborates with the cochlear implant team, the Barton G. Kids Hear Now Cochlear Implant Family Resource Center, and the Children’s Hearing Program.
Collaboration with other healthcare providers and educators working with children with hearing loss.
Participates and attends family events for children with hearing loss and cochlear implants.
Participates in multidisciplinary and other audiological meetings.
Documents all professional and clinical reports in a timely manner.
May be asked to participate in Early Steps or IDES appointments.
Conduct cochlear implant candidacy evaluations, activations, and follow-up mappings according to clinical protocol for patients of all ages for all three FDA approved cochlear implant manufacturers.
Complete hearing aid programming for bimodal users.
Complete full diagnostic hearing assessments using appropriate test methods and equipment for patients of all ages.
Formulate and implement treatment plans to address patient needs.
Complete documentation in a concise and timely manner.
Counsel patients, families, and healthcare teams appropriately.
Collaborate with members of a multi-disciplinary hearing implant team including psychology, education, speech pathology, neurotology, social work, administrative staff.
Collaborate with colleagues to foster ongoing improvement within the cochlear implant program as well as efforts to expand reach more patients with cochlear implant technology.
Maintain continuing education regarding best practices and advancements in cochlear implant technology.
Utilizes local, state, national and funding agency regulations to makes decisions regarding service eligibility
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations.
May train students and externs.
May be expected to flex to different specialties in the absence of a colleague.