Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Summary: The Audiologist plays a key role in improving patients' hearing and communication abilities through comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of hearing and balance disorders.
At LACENTA, this role goes beyond clinical testing - it's about building trusted relationships, educating patients, and being part of a multidisciplinary team that works together to deliver outstanding care.
Job Duties and Responsibilities: - Conduct comprehensive hearing and balance evaluations using audiometric equipment.
- Diagnose hearing disorders such as hearing loss, tinnitus, and vestibular (balance) conditions.
- Fit, program, and maintain hearing aids and assistive listening devices.
- Provide aural rehabilitation and counseling to patients and families.
- Educate patients on hearing conservation and protection strategies.
- Maintain accurate patient records, test results, and treatment documentation.
- Collaborate with physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Stay updated on advances in audiology technology and treatment methods.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are reflective of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree from an accredited program.
- Valid state audiology license to practice.
- Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is preferred.
- Experience with audiometric testing and hearing aid technology.
Skills and Competencies: - Strong diagnostic and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and counseling abilities
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Patient-centered care approach
- Ability to operate specialized audiology equipment
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Individual will be required to:
- Sit for long periods at a time.
- Use hands and fingers in repetitive motions, daily.
- Ability to lift, push, pull up to 20 lbs. periodically.
- Travel to clinic locations or sites as needed.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation: $90,000-$110,000 per year- Competitive compensation with Bonus and Full benefits.
- Opportunity to build a meaningful practice.
Salary Description
$90,000-$110,000
