Audiologist

Nemours Audiologist Position

Nemours is seeking an Audiologist in Jacksonville, FL. Provide comprehensive hearing evaluation, treatment and consultation independently to typical pediatric patients within a program and under the guidelines designated by departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Expand knowledge of less common populations seen within the program through mentorship, educational opportunities and more!

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates proficiency in the care of pediatrics for both inpatient and outpatient populations.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the care of neonates as required by assignment.
• Evaluates patients for hearing difficulties, impairments and makes appropriate recommendations to physicians, families, schools, and community agencies for follow-up care.
• Independently provides and coordinates age-appropriate treatment plans and treatment in routine patient care situations.
• Completes timely documentation as required by departmental policy and Nemours standards.
• Attends meetings related to patient treatment and contributes to discussion as an interdisciplinary team member.
• Consults with other services, families and outside agencies to recommend equipment, home or school modifications, transition of care etc.
• Participates in meeting goals of the department.
• Assists in maintenance of department equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of and familiarity with the insurance referral/authorization process and documentation requirements related to therapy services.
• Interests in specialty areas within the Audiology discipline. Includes interests in Cochlear implants and hearing aids, vestibular testing, electrophysiological testing. Looking for a candidate who has pediatric experience with cochlear implant evaluations, selection, programming and dispensing. Would not be the primary function of this position but looking to transition qualified.

Requirements

• Doctorate Degree in Audiology or its equivalent from an accredited university required (Audiologists graduating prior to 2007 may hold a Master's Degree in Audiology).
• Minimum of (3) years job related experience required.
• Hold or be eligible for Florida State License to practice Audiology.
• Familiarity with assessment scales and instrument, techniques of assessment and intervention with pediatric populations.
• Clinical externship in pediatrics preferred.
• Experience with physically and or mentally challenged populations preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong electrophysiological background including ABR, VEMP and VNG testing.
• CPR certification (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) within 6 months of hire.
• Member of professional specialty organizations (ASHA -required, AAA, Florida Academy of Audiology-etc, optional.)