The Audiology Extern will perform comprehensive audiologic evaluations for pediatric and adult patients, conduct diverse vestibular testing, and perform Auditory Brainstem Response testing on infants. Responsibilities also include evaluating, fitting, and troubleshooting hearing aids and implantable devices, and collaborating on an interdisciplinary team in a busy ENT clinic.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have completed a Master's degree or equivalent in Audiology, or be actively pursuing a doctorate, and be eligible for a Massachusetts Audiology license. Required experience includes two years completion of a Doctorate of Audiology program, and applicants need strong interpersonal skills and organized work habits.
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Job description
Position Summary
The Audiology Extern receives training on assessments, diagnosis, evaluation, and habilitation related to patient management, under supervision of a clinical Audiologist. The Audiology Extern has completed a Masters/Equivalent education and is prepared to work in the clinical setting for a period of one year under the direction of a certified (ASHA) audiologist while pursuing a doctorate. Clinical setting is a fast paced, diverse, health safety net hospital with diverse learning opportunities spanning the Audiology scope of practice.
Position
Audiology 4th
Year
Extern
Department:
Audiology
Schedule:
Per
Diem
JOB
Requirements
EDUCATION: Master's degree in Audiology or 3 years completion/2 years in an accelerated program of accredited academic AuD coursework in Audiology; equivalent of Master's Degree in Audiology Eligibility for
MA
Audiology license
Certificates,
Licenses,
Registrations
REQUIRED: 2 Letters of Recommendation from clinical preceptors and/or clinical professors. Personal Statement.
EXPERIENCE: 2 years completion of a Doctorate of Audiology program (Accelerated Program or 3 years completion in a non-accelerated program
Knowledge
AND
SKILLS: Excellent interpersonal skills to instill confidence and to advocate for patients and their family Strong interpersonal skills, with demonstrated commitment and enthusiasm towards learning An organized work style and ability to keep clear written documentation Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information
Essential
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Perform comprehensive audiologic evaluations for pediatric (8 month-18 years) and adult patients. Perform diverse vestibular testing (VNG, VEMP, Ecog, Rotary Chair, vHIT, & Canalith Repositioning) Perform Auditory Brainstem Response testing on infants (birth-6 months) Evaluate patients, fit, and troubleshoot hearing aids (pediatric/adult) Evaluate, program, and troubleshoot implantable devices (cochlear implant/osseointegrated devices) Collaborate on interdisciplinary team in a busy ENT clinic (inpatients, sedated procedures, etc.) Facilitates clinic efficiency (hearing aid dispensary, manufacturer communication, etc.)
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Merit Increases
Pharmacy
403(b) Savings Matches
Discretionary Annual Bonuses
Compensation
Range: $18.00-$22.00/hr
Compensation
Range: $0.00- $0.00 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
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