Audiologist

Summary Will conduct Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans who file disability claims for hearing conditions (e.g., hearing loss, tinnitus, balance disorders) through the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) as part of the Compensation and Pension Program. Comprehensive auditory exams will require a thorough hearing assessment, diagnostic testing, and medical opinions but no treatment. Opportunities to assist America’s veterans are available within Loyal Source Clinics throughout the United States. Pay Rate $45.81 base rate, fringe $4.93. $48.41/hr. Position Highlights Performs age-appropriate audiology assessments and examinations for Military Veterans and qualified family members. Each assessment/examination is a minimum of 30 minutes. Identifies, tests, diagnoses, and manages disorders of human hearing, balance, and tinnitus. Determines range, nature and degree of hearing function related to patient’s aural communication needs using electro-acoustic instrumentation, such as pure tone and speech audiometers and acoustic middle ear equipment. Maintains accurate patient records noting appropriate background information, responses and progress. Provides written reports and progress notes. Identifies differential diagnosis. Principle Duties And Responsibilities Complete diagnostic hearing evaluations on adult age populations, for purposes of Veteran’s disability exams. Input audiometric data into DBQ format, within 24 hours of exam, for disability rating purposes. Provide a full medical record review with medical opinion noted in rationale when warranted. Maintain a flexible working schedule to accommodate fluctuations in referral volumes, helping the company meet goals and objectives. Meet credentialing requirements set forth by the VA. Required Qualifications Master’s degree in Audiology accredited by ACAE, CAA, or ASHA. Minimum of 1 year of experience. BLS certification from AHA, ARC, ASHI or willingness to obtain. Full, active, unencumbered Audiology license in the US. Additional Qualifications Fluency in EMR systems & technology. Experience with Disability Benefits Questionaries with Veterans. Holds certificate of clinical competence – Audiology by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association. Audiology Exam Details Basic otoscopy Tympanometry Acoustic reflexes Speech audiometry – via recording Pure tone audiometry Air + bone conduction Stenger testing Wax removal – rarely No OAE’s (oto-acoustic space emissions) About Loyal Source Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission-critical operations. Guided by innovation and purpose, we help organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program. We use AI‑powered voice screening as part of our application process. Candidates who meet the position requirements are invited to complete a quick AI‑powered voice assessment. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you have a disability or medical condition and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this step of the hiring process, you may request an alternative method or accommodation at any time by contacting Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Loyal Source Government Services