What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audiologist - Adult position at Duke?
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Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Occupational Summary
Duke Audiologists perform state-of-the-art and evidenced-based diagnostic and treatment procedures for patients across the lifespan. They evaluate auditory and/or vestibular systems of patients with ear abnormalities, auditory disorders and/or balance disorders through case history, clinical observation and diagnostic tests of auditory and/or vestibular function; and plan and participate in habilitative and rehabilitative programs for patients with auditory and/or vestibular disorders.
Work Performed
- Independently maintains a clinical caseload in designated clinical area(s)
- Provides evidence based evaluation and treatment to diverse, medically challenging patient populations
- Provides quality service delivery techniques that facilitate optimum services to meet patient needs being sensitive to patient’s age, social, cultural, educational and vocational background
- Completes required documentation accurately and within the designated time frame which may include report writing, billing, and/ or professional education database
- Works collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team as well as with colleagues to promote best care of the patient
- Participates in the peer review process
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives within assigned work area as assigned by supervisor
- Takes initiative to remain current in clinical practice through lectures, literature, and other educational opportunities
- Organizes daily schedule to prioritize responsibilities including the integration of meetings, responsibilities, or tasks into schedule without negative impact on patient care or productivity
- Maintains confidentiality pertaining to patient care and all policies and procedures
- Keeps direct supervisor informed of activities, problems, and/or accomplishments
- Functions in a self-directed manner and takes ownership to manage self and work including responsibility for actions and accountability for results
- Maintains professional demeanor and is responsible for quality care in all interactions
- Responds promptly to communication (e.g., e-mail, pages and phone messages)
- Uses technology (e.g., computer skills) to meet job requirements
- Maintains productivity standards
- Completes clinical privileges consistent with job responsibilities and personal development plan
- Performs duties/ tasks/ assignments as directed to support clinic and Department goals or needs
- Meets all performance expectations and follows all policies and procedures
- Meets and adheres to ASHA or AAA, state licensure board, and Department clinical practice guidelines
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education/Training
Work requires a minimum of a Master's degree in Audiology, although a doctoral-level degree in Audiology is preferred (e.g., AuD or PhD). Requires an NC licensure as an Audiologist and a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or Board Certified in Audiology (ABOA) or New Graduate Privilege License (Temporary License) in Audiology issued by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists. For Privilege License, full license is expected within one month after completing supervised year of training.
Experience
None required beyond Education/Training requirement.
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
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