Baystate Health System

Audiologist I

Baystate Health System$75K — $119K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Certified Audiologist - American Speech Language Hearing Association
  • Licensed Audiologist in Massachusetts
  • Basic Life Support certification - American Heart Association
  • Non-graduate status is acceptable.
  • None specific experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Identify, evaluate, treat, and follow up with clients across various settings.
  • Provide care tailored to different age groups.
  • Apply developmental knowledge when planning patient care.
  • Evaluate diagnostic/therapeutic materials and contribute to purchasing decisions.
  • Maintain the condition of materials and initiate necessary actions.
  • Plan individualized care strategies for clients.
  • Counsel clients and families on hearing impairment treatment and understanding.
  • Collaborate with other professionals and agencies to enhance patient support.
  • Document all services and adhere to ethical guidelines and standards.
  • Participate in team collaborations and share educational experiences.

Benefits

  • Collaborative team environment fostering interdisciplinary cooperation.
  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
  • Supportive environment for skill enhancement and learning.
  • Involvement in community health initiatives to promote hearing health.
Full Job Description
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum
$75,545.00 - $93,808.00 - $119,412.00

Summary:

Provides comprehensive evaluative, rehabilitative, preventative and referral services for the hearing impaired in an outpatient setting. Instructs patients, families and other support personnel in rehabilitative/habilititative measures, monitors patients' progress and maintains clinical records. Observe all health and safety requirements.

Job Responsibilities:

1) Identifies, evaluates, treats and follows up clients on an inpatient, outpatient, homecare and contract basis as assigned.

2) Provides age-appropriate care to patients.

3) Demonstrated knowledge of developmental stages for the following age groups (infant/child, adolescence, adult and older, geriatrics) and applies developmental theories and concepts when planning and implementing care for patients as appropriate per assignment.

4) Evaluates the appropriateness of diagnostic and therapeutic materials and equipment. Contributes to purchasing decisions.

5) Is responsible for condition of materials, equipment and tests used. Initiates and follows up on necessary action in relation to clients.

6) Determines appropriate plans for clients and recommendations for continued care.

7) Counsels clients, families and others in relation to understanding and assisting in the identification and treatment of hearing impairment.

8) Encourages and maintains cooperation with other professionals, agencies and services.

9) Writes necessary records and reports for all clients and the department. Adheres to the ASHA Code of ethics. Follows hospital and departmental policies and professional standards.

10) Participates actively in the departmental team and other teams involved with clients. Participates and shares continuing education experiences. Dependent on experience supervises volunteers and students.

Required Work Experience:

1) None

Preferred Work Experience:

1) None Listed

Skills and Competencies:

1) None Listed

Education:
Non-Graduate (Required)

Certifications:
Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Audiologist - American Speech Language Hearing AssociationAmerican Speech Language Hearing AssociationAmerican Speech Language Hearing Association, Licensed Audiologist - State of MassachusettsState of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

About Baystate Health System

Baystate Health is a not-for-profit, integrated health care system serving over 800,000 people throughout western New England. The system includes five hospitals, a large network of primary care and specialty care providers, and a range of community-based health services. Baystate Health is the largest employer in western Massachusetts, with over 12,000 employees, and is a major contributor to the region's economy. The system is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay, and has received numerous awards and recognitions for its clinical excellence and patient-centered care.
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1883

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