Audiologist

Audiologist

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: Base + Monthly incentive = $103,604 -$121,604 annually.

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

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 in order to accommodate fluctuations in referral volumes, helping the company meet goals and objectives

Meets credentialing requirements set forth by the VA.

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

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

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)

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.

Loyal Source uses AI?powered voice screening as part of our application process. After you apply, you will receive a brief qualification survey via text or email. Candidates who meet the position requirements will then be invited to complete a quick AI?powered voice assessment. This easy, no?scheduling?required process helps us and the candidate move the hiring process forward faster.

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.

This contractor and subcontractor abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors.