Audiologist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats a variety of hearing, balance, and ear disorders. Administers and interprets a variety of tests, such as air and bone conduction, speech reception, and discrimination tests to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment, site of damage, and effects on comprehension and speech. Being an Audiologist evaluates test results in relation to behavioral, social, educational, and medical information obtained from patients, families, teachers, and other professionals. Reviews charts, test results, and other patient data to understand issues and develop treatment programs to alleviate symptoms and treat disorders. Additionally, Audiologist monitors and evaluates treatment progress and adjusts care plan as necessary. Programs, fits, and adjusts hearing aids for customers. May require Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) in some states. Requires a master's degree in audiology. Typically requires Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A). Requires State License based on Clinical Specialty. Typically reports to a manager. Audiologist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
POSITION SUMMARY:
To perform staff audiologist duties as determined by the practice.
ORGANIZATION RANKING:
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: (indicate minimum)
X
College level: ( X ) Masters ( X ) Au.D.
High school plus some college or business training
Professional school
High school education / GED
Technical or Vocational training
High school diploma not required
AGES OF PATIENTS SERVED:
X
Birth - 1 year = Neonatal/Infant
X
18 - 64 years = Adult
X
1 - 11 years = Child/Pediatric
X
65 years and older = Geriatric
X
12 - 17 years = Adolescent
N/A = No responsibility to treat or care for patients
MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
X
Manage stress appropriately
X
Make decisions under pressure
X
Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others
X
Handle multiple priorities
X
Work alone
X
Work in areas that are confined and/or crowded
HAZARDS:
X
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to x-ray/electromagnetic energy
X
Exposure to blood borne pathogens
X
Exposure to high pitched noises
X
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to communicable diseases
X
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Gaseous risk exposure
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Adverse weather conditions
WORKING CONDITIONS:
(X)
INSIDE: Spends approximately 100% or more of time inside. Inside work has good ventilation, comfortable temperature
( )
OUTSIDE: Spends approximately of time outside.
( )
BOTH: The activities occur inside or outside in approximately equal amounts.
WORK POSITIONS (defined in 10% increments of work time) Sitting: 70 Standing: 10 Walking:20
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
(X)
SEDENTARY WORK: Lifting 10 lbs maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying articles
( )
LIGHT WORK: Lifting 20 lbs maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 lbs.
( )
MEDIUM WORK: Lifting 50 lbs maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
( )
HEAVY WORK: Lifting 100 lbs maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
( )
VERY HEAVY WORK: Lifting objects in excess of 100 lbs with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing more than 50 lbs
( )
Ability to lift, push and pull with assistance (mechanical or co-worker) the weight of the average patient
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Some
None
Freq.
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coord.)
X
LIFTING/CARRYING
X
Eye-hand-foot coordination
PUSHING/PULLING
X
Repetitive arm/hand movements
X
STOOPING, KNEELING, BENDING
X
Finger dexterity
X
CRAWL
X
Color vision
X
CLIMB
X
Vision Acuity - far
BALANCE
X
Vision Acuity - near
X
Depth perception
Hearing Acuity
X
CONTACTS / INTERACTS WITH:
Patients, Patient Families, Physicians, Physician Office Staff, Hospital Staff, Texas ENT & Allergy Staff.
LATTITUDE:
All positions at Texas ENT & Allergy are part of an interdisciplinary team, and, as such, participate in the care and service delivery process through effective interaction with other team members.
JOB FUNCTIONS:
Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION:
A criteria-based performance evaluation has been made a part of this position description so that a more realistic evaluation can be made of the job performance.
MEASURES OF EFFECTIVENESS:
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Weight
Standard
Essential Job Functions
1. Performs routine audiometric evaluation on adults and children.
30%
I. Safety & Customer Relations
2. Performs auditory brainstem response diagnostic and interpretations.
15%
II. Professional/Staff Development
3. Performs hearing device sales, fittings, evaluations, service and repairs.
15%
III. Leadership/Initiative
4. Assists in marketing of Texas ENT & Allergy hearing aid services.
40%
IV. Essential Job Functions
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