Staff Audiologist
University of Miami

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CORE JOB SUMMARY

The Staff Audiologist 1 for our northern clinics administers and interprets a variety of tests, such as air and bone conduction, and speech reception and discrimination tests, to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment. Primary specialties are diagnostics and hearing aids (percent clinical time for each specialty to be determined once ENT staffing has been finalized). The Staff Audiologist 1 will be expected to complete at least one day a week of diagnostic audiology; for this role, the audiologist must be prepared and comfortable in running a clinic independently. Travel to satellite clinics may be required. Bilingual is preferred. Occasional flexibility to cover for different audiology clinics in the absence of a co-worker is required.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs immittance and emissions testing.
  
• Conducts auditory evoked potential assessments for patients.
  
• Assesses hearing sensitivity and quality and provides patients with information regarding the results.
  
• Dispenses hearing aids and fits devices based on patient's physiology and needs.
  
• Consults with physicians and other professionals about patient's future needs and current progress.
  
• Maintains client records at all stages including initial evaluation and discharge.
  
• Documents all professional and clinical reports and conducts research on auditory topics.
  
• Utilizes local, state, and national regulations to make decisions regarding service eligibility.
  
• Participates in conferences, forums, and training sessions to remain up-to-date with or share knowledge of new hearing or speech disorder treatment methods.
  
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
  

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirements (Essential Requirements):

• Doctorate of Audiology degree required.
• Current valid Florida Audiologist license required.

Work Experience Requirements (Essential Requirements):
• One year of audiologist-related experience is preferred.

• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Knowledge of and ability to apply auditory principles, procedures, and techniques
• Knowledge of auditory agents used in patient treatments
• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat hearing or speech disorders.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Performs in tactful and professional manner.
• Motivated and focused on achieving own goals

• Confident about working within a team and autonomously
• Commercially aware, and happy to offer the client the best solution for any given problem
• Dedicated to exemplary customer service to ensure client satisfaction.
• Excellent communication skills, with empathy and patience.
• Desire to do provide the best service and advice to the best of your abilities

Department Specific Functions
• Performs audiological evaluation, and the dispensing of hearing aids to one or more area clinic locations.
• Compiles test results and information to make appropriate recommendations and/or referrals.
• Participates in specialty-specific and other audiological meetings.
• Documents all professional and clinical reports in a timely manner.

• Is able to run a clinic independently.

• May see, evaluate and fit patients of all ages.

• Takes add-on audiological evaluations and hearing aid evaluation appointments as needed, from the ENT clinic.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations.
• Will be expected to support clinical education activities including but not limited to observerships or students.

• May be expected to flex to provide coverage at other clinics in the absence of a colleague.

• May be asked to onboard at multiple clinics.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Staff

Pay Grade:
H13

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