4th Year Audiology Externship in Central Texas - Waterloo Audiology

Location: Rotation between Seguin & San Marcos, Texas Practice Setting: Private Practice / Hybrid ENT-Audiology Clinic Position Type: Au.D. Externship (4th Year) Pay: STIPEND Start Date: June 1st 2027 Application Deadline: September 16th 2026 About Waterloo Audiology: Waterloo Audiology is excited to offer a 4th‑year audiology externship opportunity for a motivated Au.D. student seeking a well‑rounded clinical experience in a growing private practice environment. Our state‑of‑the‑art clinics in Seguin and San Marcos, Texas, provide comprehensive audiologic care with a strong focus on patient‑centered hearing healthcare, diagnostic excellence, and hearing rehabilitation. Our practice offers a unique opportunity to experience the intersection of private practice audiology and medical collaboration through a dynamic hybrid ENT and private practice office setting. The extern will gain exposure to a wide variety of audiology services while working closely with experienced audiologists and healthcare professionals. Externship Experience The extern will rotate between our Seguin and San Marcos locations and become an integral part of the clinical team. This externship is designed to provide hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced outpatient setting while emphasizing best‑practice audiology, patient counseling, and evidence‑based hearing healthcare. The majority of the extern’s caseload will include adult diagnostic audiology and hearing aid services, with opportunities for pediatric assessment and additional clinical experiences. Responsibilities Comprehensive audiologic evaluations for adult patients Pediatric hearing evaluations and behavioral testing (as caseload allows) Hearing aid consultations, selection, fitting, and follow‑up care Exposure to many different hearing aid manufacturers (including Lyric) Hearing aid programming and verification using Real Ear Measurement (REM) Hearing aid troubleshooting, counseling, and patient education Cerumen management observation/opportunities (as applicable) Earmold impressions and custom hearing solutions Tinnitus counseling and hearing wellness discussions Participation in ENT referral workflows and medical collaboration Exposure to private practice operations, patient experience, and business management Learning Opportunities Develop and refine diagnostic and therapeutic audiology skills Gain familiarity with a range of hearing aid technologies and fitting protocols Learn real‑ear measurement techniques and troubleshooting strategies Observe and participate in ENT referral and interdisciplinary teamwork Experience private practice business operations and patient experience management Why Waterloo Audiology? Learn within a supportive, mentorship‑focused environment Experience a growing independent audiology practice Understand the patient journey from evaluation through long‑term hearing care Develop strong counseling and communication skills Participate in community outreach and hearing healthcare initiatives Community Involvement Waterloo Audiology partners with community organizations, including Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM), to provide meaningful hearing care opportunities to local musicians. The extern will have the opportunity to participate in community projects, outreach events, and initiatives focused on increasing access to hearing healthcare. Practice Details Primary Practice Setting: Private Practice / Hybrid ENT Office Patient Population: Primarily adult; pediatric exposure available Clinical Focus: Diagnostic Audiology, Hearing Aids, Hearing Rehabilitation Locations: Seguin & San Marcos, Texas Externship Schedule: Full‑time, year‑long clinical externship (40 hours per week) Ideal Candidate Passionate about patient‑centered hearing healthcare Interested in adult diagnostics and hearing rehabilitation Eager to develop strong hearing aid and counseling skills Comfortable working in a collaborative clinical environment Motivated to learn the clinical and business aspects of private practice audiology Has completed foundational clinical coursework and demonstrates strong competency in basic audiologic testing Application Requirements Current CV/resume Letter of intent Three letters of recommendation Contact information for references Apply on a rolling basis Contact Information Dr. Sara Burge – View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr American Academy of Audiology