Audiologist

Audiologist Job Duties Defines patient hearing impairment and balance disorder by consulting with referring physicians, selecting and administering electrophysiological and other relevant tests, operating diagnostic equipment, determining type and degree of hearing impairment and effects on comprehension and speech, interpreting audiometric diagnostic data, and preparing written diagnostic reports. Provides treatments by cleaning ear canal; fitting hearing aids and other assistive devices; conducting auditory training and instruction in speech and lip reading; fitting and tuning cochlear implants; counseling patients and families; conducting programs in aural rehabilitation; guiding technical staff. Maintains patient records by recording and updating evaluations, changes, progress, and treatments. Improves quality results by studying, evaluating, and redesigning processes; implementing changes; participating in research programs; evaluating new equipment, devices, and techniques. Provides auditory evaluations and education by measuring and studying noise conditions; conducting hearing protection and hearing loss screening programs. Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating needs, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt. Maintains legal and accreditation compliance by adhering to federal, state, and local regulations, and professional standards. Updates job knowledge by tracking trends in new techniques and approaches, participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations. Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. #J-18808-Ljbffr