Audiologist

Audiologist

Jackson, WY 83001

Overview

Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Job Shift Day Category Other Clinical

Description

JOB SUMMARY Working with people who have hearing, balance, and related ear problems. Using technology and computers to provide essential hearing services in a variety of settings including research, manufacturing, industry and private practice. Assisting with treating hearing loss and other issues. Ability to work with other healthcare professionals. Able to complete fittings, testing and supplying of hearing aids to hearing impaired clients. May include working with special populations such as children born with hearing impairment or the elderly.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responsible for administering Audiology tests or examinations for patients with language, speech and hearing problems. Obtain patient information about their physical condition. Interpret diagnostic test results for deviations from normal. Make tentative diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients. Perform therapeutic procedures. Instruct and counsel patients about therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, and health maintenance. Collects information on the type and level of impairment using specialized equipment and instruments. Obtain, compile and record patient medical data, including health history, progress notes and results of physical examination. Instructs clients about techniques used to improve speech or hearing impairments, examining and cleaning ear canals, placing assistive devices like hearing aids, evaluating hearing or speech disorders to determine treatment and diagnosis, and monitoring client's progress. Rehabilitating recipients of implanted hearing devices. Appropriately plan and conduct treatment programs, consulting other physicians, psychologists, nurses and other healthcare professionals. Recommends assistive devices to patients, referring clients to additional medical treatments when necessary, conducting seminars to medical personnel, educators and other professionals about hearing or speech research. Supervise audiology trainees and audiologist assistants. Participating in conferences or seminars as needed. Order medical and laboratory supplies and equipment if applicable. Assist in measuring noise levels in hearing institutions such as schools or other communities. Developing hearing screening programs, among other programs that will assist SJMC and serve the community.

JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education Required: WY State Licensure in Audiology, American Speech, Hearing Language Association.

Minimum Work Experience Required: Experience in working with children and pediatric population.

Required Licenses: Wyoming State Licensure in Audiology. FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Working Conditions Hospital based outpatient department. Frequent interruptions. Sometimes stressful work environment situations. Many patients with hearing loss, awareness of proper speaking techniques. Ability to deal with pediatric through geriatric patient/ clients. must be on-site at the SJH Campus or other facilities to fulfill the responsibilities of this role.

Physical Requirements Ability to work flexible hours; some stressful situations. Walking and sitting for long periods of time.

Direct Reports: None

Reports to: Chief Medical Group Officer

Internal & External Contacts Staff, all hospital departments, physicians, patients, family and visitors.

LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES

Patient Focus Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of patients Gets firsthand patient feedback and uses it for improvements Establishes and maintains effective relationships with patients and gains their trust and respect

Attention to Detail Completes tasks in a way that ensures there are not errors Methodically and patiently reviews work to identify any mistakes or discrepancies Creates and stores documentation in a way that is thorough and easy to access

Quality Decision Making Considers many factors and sources when making decisions Is correct and accurate with most of his/her solutions and suggestions when judged over time Is sought out by others for advice and solutions Quickly zeros in on the critical and few and puts the trivial many aside Handles risks and uncertainty with composure

Interpersonal Skills Steps up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities Finds common ground and gains cooperation Builds appropriate rapport Taking responsibility for the consequences of one's own actions and decisions