Audiologist - Cambridge Clinic & Coon Rapids Clinic

Allina Health
United States, Minnesota, Coon Rapids
Nov 08, 2024
Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: November 07, 2024 Department: 62835605 ENT and Audiology Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union Contract: Non-Union Weekend Rotation: None Job Summary: Provides diagnostic and therapeutic audiology services by selecting and administering behavioral, electrophysiological and other relevant tests, determining type and degree of hearing impairment and effects on comprehension and speech. Establishes treatment goals, fits hearing aides and other assistive devices and counsels patients and families. Key Position Details: * 8 am-5 pm most days * No call or weekends. * Average patient load: 10-12/day. * We see all ages for hearing tests and hearing aids, and bone anchored hearing aids. We have a new program with cochlear implants for adults. * Days vary with hearing aids and hearing tests; ENT audiograms pre-scheduled as best as possible * Opportunity for specialized testing such as ABR and vestibular also an option. * Variety of visits throughout the day: ENT/Audios: 30 mins Hearing aid rechecks: 30 mins Hearing aid consults and fittings: 60 mins Hearing tests: 60 mins * You would be a part of a high functioning team that collaborates well together. We are open to new or experienced Audiologists. Job Description: Principle Responsibilities Direct Patient Care Provides audiologic services to diagnose hearing loss and provide appropriate management. Assesses patient's hearing status to determine appropriate medical/surgical treatment and/or auditory rehabilitation. Performs and interprets electrophysiologic testing. Provides diagnostic information and confirmation of behavioral test results on children. Hearing instrumentation management Evaluates, fits and repairs hearing instruments. Counsels patients regarding hearing aid use. Manages the hearing aid dispensary. Job Requirements Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree in Audiology from an accredited program required 0 to 2 years experience providing diagnostic evaluations and recommendations to patients of all ages required and 0 to 2 years knowledge and interest in hearing aid fitting and dispensing procedures required Board Certification Board Certification by the American Board of Audiology upon hire required or Certificate of Clinical Competence Certificate of Clinical Competence received from American Speech and Hearing Association upon hire required and Audiology Licensure Audiology Licensure received from Minnesota Department of Health upon hire required Physical Demands Light Work: Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently