Audiologist

Summary

Will conduct Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans who file disability claims for hearing conditions (e.g., hearing loss, tinnitus, balance disorders) through the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) as part of the Compensation and Pension Program. Comprehensive auditory exams will require a thorough hearing assessment, diagnostic testing, and medical opinions but no treatment. Opportunities to assist America’s veterans are available within Loyal Source Clinics throughout the United States.

Pay

Base + Monthly incentive = $129,875-$147,875 a year.

Position Highlights

• Performs age-appropriate audiology assessments and examinations for Military Veterans and qualified family members. Each assessment/examination is a minimum of 30 minutes
• Identifies, tests, diagnoses, and manages disorders of human hearing, balance, and tinnitus
• Determines range, nature and degree of hearing function related to patient’s aural communication needs using electro-acoustic instrumentation, such as pure tone and speech audiometers and acoustic middle ear equipment
• Maintains accurate patient records noting appropriate background information, responses and progress.
• Provides written reports and progress notes
• Identifies differential diagnosis

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete diagnostic hearing evaluations on adult age populations, for purposes of Veteran’s disability exams.
• Input Audiometric data into DBQ format, within 24 hours of exam, for disability rating purposes
• Provide a full medical record review with medical opinion noted in rationale when warranted
• Maintain a flexible working schedule in order to accommodate fluctuations in referral volumes, helping the company meet goals and objectives
• Meets credentialing requirements set forth by the VA.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Audiology accredited by ACAE, CAA, or ASHA
• Minimum of 1 year of experience
• BLS certification from AHA, ARC, ASHI or willingness to obtain
• Full, active, unencumbered Audiology license in the US

Additional Qualifications

• Fluency in EMR systems & technology
• Experience with Disability Benefits Questionaries with Veterans
• Holds certificate of clinical competence-Audiology by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association

Audiology Exam Details

• *Basic otoscopy
• *Tympanometry
• *Acoustic reflexes
• *Speech audiometry- via recording
• *Pure tone audiometry
• *Air + bone conduction
• *Stenger testing
• *Wax removal-rarely
• *No OAE's (oto-acoustic space emissions)

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission-critical operations. Guided by innovation and purpose, we help organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

Loyal Source uses AI‑powered voice screening as part of our application process. After you apply, you will receive a brief qualification survey via text or email. Candidates who meet the position requirements will then be invited to complete a quick AI‑powered voice assessment. This easy, no‑scheduling‑required process helps us and the candidate move the hiring process forward faster.

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This contractor and subcontractor abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors.