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Audiologist

AudiologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$105K - $115K

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Job Description

Columbia Basin Hearing Center is a trusted leader in hearing healthcare across the Northwest, recognized for its integrity, compassion, and commitment to clinical excellence. As the practice continues to grow, they are expanding their team and seeking an Audiologist to join their Kennewick, WA location.

Position Overview

The Audiologist will provide comprehensive audiological services to a primarily adult patient population, with some pediatric cases. This role focuses on diagnostic testing, hearing evaluations, and patient counseling, with opportunities to develop skills in tinnitus management, auditory processing disorder (APD) evaluations, and cochlear implant services.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience working in a private practice setting and understands the pace, expectations, and patient journey unique to that environment. They are adaptable, committed to audiology best practices, and comfortable operating in a performance-driven practice model.

Candidates with diverse clinical interests are encouraged to apply; however, prior experience in private practice is essential. The role may be further shaped to align with the selected candidate’s strengths and expertise.

Why Join Columbia Basin Hearing Center?

  • A growing practice with a reputation for excellence and integrity
  • A supportive work environment that values respect and work-life balance

Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development

The chance to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive hearing evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
  • Provide tinnitus management and APD evaluations.
  • Perform cochlear implant evaluations, programming, and follow-up care.
  • Educate and counsel patients on hearing loss, treatment options, and hearing technology.
  • Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver patient-centered care.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of experience in a private practice setting
  • Doctorate in Audiology (Au. D.) or Master's Degree in Audiology (with appropriate licensing)
  • Washington State Audiology License (or eligibility for licensure)
  • Strong commitment to audiology best practices and high-quality patient care
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits

  • Salary plus Bonus Potential $105,000–$115,000
  • Medical, Dental, Vision (Fully Funded by Employer)
  • Paid-Time Off and Holidays
  • Matching Retirement Plan
  • CEU, Licensure, Association
  • Sign-on bonus

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Audiologist at Staffing Proxy a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Audiology — ranked against 611 active Audiology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Audiology Career Context

Of the 47 active Audiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 6% have no call, 94% require no weekends.

Audiology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Audiology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · above average in audiologyranked against 611 Audiology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$105k–$115kAudiology median $112k (middle half $104k–$123k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$103k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Audiology listings in Washington23 active650 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 6% no call · 94% no weekends47 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 16% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment686 active listings, Nov 2026
New Audiology listings192 in the last 30 days105 the 30 days before (+83%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Audiology pay trend−3.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (611 Audiology listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$110k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Audiologist Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs · 13 employers
5
<$95k
4
$95k-110k
6
$110k-125k
6
$125k-140k
1
$180k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

18 jobs · 13 employers
401k / retirement match
89% this job
CME allowance
72% this job
Loan repayment
50%
Sign-on bonus
44% this job
Relocation assistance
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Audiologist II, Pleasanton, Dublin

Sutter Health · Pleasanton, California

$129k-$180k
#2

Audiologist

Fairview Health Services · Maplewood, Minnesota

$91k-$131k
#3

Audiologist - Kent, WA

$120k-$130k
#4

Clinical Audiologist - Port Angeles, WA

$115k-$130k
+ 20 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 6.6
Better work-life than 60% of Audiology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 611 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision (Fully Funded by Employer)
Paid-Time Off and Holidays
Matching Retirement Plan
CEU, Licensure, Association
Sign-on bonus

Living in Kennewick

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$394k≈ 3.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,654/mo≈ 19% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Kennewick-Richland, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.