Audiologist 1 (H)

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Otolaryngology has an exciting
opportunity for an Audiologist 1 to work full time, on-site in Miami, FL. The
Audiologist 1 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, site of damage, and effects on
comprehension and speech. The incumbent also evaluates test results in relation
to behavioral, social, educational, and medical information obtained from
patients, families, teachers, and healthcare professionals. Travel to satellite
clinics may be required. Bilingual is preferred. Flexibility to cover for
different audiology specialties in the absence of a co-worker is required.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

* Performs immittance and emissions testing, and records results for future
reference in children.

* Conducts auditory evoked potential assessments for patients.

* Assesses hearing sensitivity and quality and provides patients with
information regarding the results.

* Dispenses assistive listening devices 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.

Department Specific Functions

* Provides audiology coverage for the Neurodiagnostic Clinic of at least 20% of
clinical full-time effort, to one or more area clinic locations (changes to
this amount are at the discretion of the department chair and chief).

* Specialties for this role are neurodiagnostics, pediatrics (including
Auditory Brainstem Response and OR Auditory Brainstem Response testing) and
hearing aids/bone conduction devices. The percent effort attributed to each
specialty is subject to change.

* A percentage of diagnostic effort and OR ABRs will occur at our affiliate
hospital on the Miami campus. This is subject to change based on clinical
needs.

* Performs behavioral observation audiometry, visual reinforcement audiometry,
play audiometry, and conventional audiometry

* Performs Otoacoustic Emission and Auditory Brainstem Response testing
(natural sleep and/or sedated).

* Selects, administers, and interprets age appropriate auditory and speech
perception tests

* Compiles test results, behavioral observation, and information to make
appropriate recommendations and/or referrals.

* Counsels patient and/or families to select assistive listening devices.

* Collaborates with the Children’s Hearing Program to ensure best outcomes.

* Remains up to date on hearing aid technologies and fitting best practices.

* Counsels patients on techniques that may improve hearing with hearing aids
and support families overall needs

* Identifies and refers patients for speech-language, educational, medical,
psychological, and social services

* Participates in multidisciplinary and other audiological meetings.

* Documents all professional and clinical reports in a timely manner.

* Complete hearing aid programming for bimodal users.

* Complete full diagnostic hearing assessments using appropriate test methods
and equipment for patients of all ages.

* Formulate and implement treatment plans to address patient needs.

* Complete documentation in a concise and timely manner.

* Counsel patients, families, and healthcare teams appropriately.

* Collaborate with members of a multi-disciplinary team including psychology,
education, speech pathology, neurotology, social work, administrative staff.

* Utilizes local, state, national and funding agency regulations to makes
decisions regarding service eligibility

* Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and
state guidelines and regulations.

* May train students and externs.

* May be expected to flex to different specialties in the absence of a
colleague.

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

* Doctorate of Audiology degree required. Masters considered with experience.

* Current valid Florida Audiologist license required.

* 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

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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.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and
employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories
protected by Federal law.

Job Status

Full time

Employee Type

Staff