Audiology Assistant Vernick & Gopal ENT Chestnut Hill

Overview The Audiology Assistant assists in the delivery of audiologic services under the supervision of a licensed audiologist. The Audiology Assistant increases the availability of audiology services, increases productivity by reducing wait times and enhances patient satisfaction. We require Audiology Assistants to have an undergraduate degree in Communication Disorders to meet Massachusetts requirements. We can provide training and supervision to become an Audiology Assistant. Responsibilities Preparation of hearing aids and accessories for the fitting and dispensing by the audiologist, including electroacoustic analysis of hearing aids and other amplification devices. Troubleshooting, cleaning and minor repairs to hearing aids, earmolds and other amplification devices. Instructs patients in proper use and care of hearing aids and other amplification devices. Demonstrates Assistive Listening Devices. Assist Audiologist in treatment programs. Performs non-diagnostic otoscopy. Assist Audiologists in test patient preparation and testing of pediatric patients. Maintains and restocks test and treatment rooms. Equipment maintenance and maintains inventory. Interacts with hearing instrument manufacturers/suppliers regarding status of orders/repairs. Earmold impression. Packaging and mailing earmold orders, device repairs and manufacturer repairs. Record keeping, including documenting work associated with direct or indirect patient care that is co-signed by the supervising Audiologist. Performs appointment scheduling and various clerical and administrative duties, as necessary. Participates in practice improvement initiatives. Ensures that PHI (Patient Health Information) will only be used for the purposes of patient treatment, payment and operations. PHI is shared only with individuals actively managing the patient\'s care and not with other parties without the patient\'s permission. Maintains patient safety practices to prevent/eliminate risk of patient harm. Adverse patient events and near misses are promptly reported to the APG Risk Management Dept. Qualifications Undergraduate degree in Communication Disorders (to meet Massachusetts requirements). Willingness to receive training and supervision to become an Audiology Assistant. Ability to perform non-diagnostic otoscopy and assist in pediatric testing as needed. Strong organizational skills for maintaining equipment, inventory and record keeping. Excellent communication and patient-facing skills. Pay and Benefits Pay Range : $19.50 - $25.23 per hour The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr Beth Israel Lahey Health