Audiology Lead

Position Description:

The Audiology Lead for purposes of this contract is defined as a Licensed Audiologist Doctoral level with a minimum of 3 years of experience relevant to completing VA disability examinations. The Audiology Lead is the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in their specialty and responsible for providing leadership guidance oversight and quality assurance to front line Examiners who assist with the provision of Contract Audiology examinations.
This position is located in our Fairfax VA or Lafayette LA office; however a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

1. Expanded Clinical Governance & Quality Oversight
Lead continuous modernization of audiology specific Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) processes and standards as VA requirements evolve.
Oversee large scale QA programs including audit algorithms automated testing validation and cross regional quality harmonization.
Develop new clinical protocols for emerging VA required audiometric tools speech recognition standards or tinnitus evaluation methodologies.
2. Workforce Development & Network Expansion
Build and manage a nationwide cadre of audiologists to support rapid contract growth surge operations or new geographic expansions.
Create structured training pathways and credentialing programs for providers unfamiliar with VA unique methodologies (e.g. Maryland CNC processes).
Mentor future regional Audiology Leads to support distributed organizational scaling.
3. Technology Innovation & Digital Transformation
Partner with IT teams to modernize testing workflowsincluding integration of new audiometric devices secure tele audiology platforms or automated DBQ completion tools.
Serve as clinical co owner for future application enhancements that support audiology specific requirements consistent with the programs emphasis on proprietary systems evolution.
Assess new diagnostic technologies and recommend adoption strategies that comply with VA standards.
4. Strategic Program & Contract Leadership
Advise program leadership on strategic workforce planning operational risks and performance improvement opportunities tied to audiology throughput.
Participate in client facing engagements with the VA particularly during quality assurance sessions or performance reviewssimilar to how the Medical Director participates today.
Support proposal efforts for recompetes contract expansions or new VA evaluation programs.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Masters or Doctoral degree in Audiology from an accredited institution.
Must hold a full current and unrestricted license in Audiology issued by a U.S. State Territory Commonwealth (e.g. Puerto Rico) or the District of Columbia.
This applies to all audiologists performing C&P exams within the U.S. and its territories.
Must be able to independently perform a full battery of VA required audiologic tests including:
Pure tone air & bone conduction
Comprehensive speech testing (SRT & Word Recognition)
Acoustic immittance testing (tympanometry ipsilateral & contralateral reflexes)
Tests for non organicity (e.g. Stenger test)
Use of VA approved Maryland CNC word lists for speech recognition
Minimum 3 years of experience performing VA disability examinations especially those involving:
Maryland CNC testing
VA specific tinnitus evaluation
VA unique rating criteria and documentation standards
Understanding of the disability rating implications of audiometric findings

Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required
Ability to train and mentor other audiologists in VA specific protocols that differ substantially from routine clinical audiology practice.
Capability to function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and act as a sub medical director for audiology providing oversight quality assurance and clinical judgment across the examiner network. Demonstrated ability to oversee clinical quality and ensure DBQ compliance.
Experience advising operational teams and collaborating with program leadership.
Ability to review clarify and correct examination instructions (ESRs) as needed.
Strong communication skills to interface with clinicians program leadership and VA representatives.


CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level experience relevant training and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $70800.00 $172400.00.


CGI Federals benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
.Competitive compensation
.Comprehensive insurance options
.Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
.Paid time off for vacation holidays and sick time
.Paid parental leave
.Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
.Wellness and Well being programs
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Skills:

• Client management
• Clinical Expertise - Physician
• Detail-oriented
• Human & Social Services (Fed)
• Quality assurance
• English

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