Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

December 13, 2024

Department:

62835605 ENT and Audiology

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Provides diagnostic and therapeutic audiology services by selecting and administering behavioral, electrophysiological and other relevant tests, determining type and degree of hearing impairment and effects on comprehension and speech. Establishes treatment goals, fits hearing aides and other assistive devices and counsels patients and families.

Key Position Details:

• 8 am-5 pm most days (Option to work 5, 8-hour days or 4, 10-hour days)

• No call or weekends.

• Split between Coon Rapids/Cambridge Clinics (Option for 50% at each location or 60% Coon Rapids/40% Cambridge)

• Average patient load: 10-12/day.

• We see all ages for hearing tests and hearing aids, and bone anchored hearing aids.  We have a new program with cochlear implants for adults.

• Days vary with hearing aids and hearing tests; ENT audiograms pre-scheduled as best as possible

• Opportunity for specialized testing such as ABR and vestibular also an option.

• Variety of visits throughout the day:

ENT/Audios: 30 minsHearing aid rechecks: 30 minsHearing aid consults and fittings: 60 minsHearing tests: 60 mins

• You would be a part of a high functioning team that collaborates well together. We are open to new or experienced Audiologists.

Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities

Direct Patient CareProvides audiologic services to diagnose hearing loss and provide appropriate management.Assesses patient's hearing status to determine appropriate medical/surgical treatment and/or auditory rehabilitation.Performs and interprets electrophysiologic testing.Provides diagnostic information and confirmation of behavioral test results on children.Hearing instrumentation managementEvaluates, fits and repairs hearing instruments.Counsels patients regarding hearing aid use.Manages the hearing aid dispensary.

Job Requirements

Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree in Audiology from an accredited program required0 to 2 years experience providing diagnostic evaluations and recommendations to patients of all ages required and0 to 2 years knowledge and interest in hearing aid fitting and dispensing procedures requiredBoard Certification Board Certification by the American Board of Audiology upon hire required orCertificate of Clinical Competence Certificate of Clinical Competence received from American Speech and Hearing Association upon hire required andAudiology Licensure Audiology Licensure received from Minnesota Department of Health upon hire required

Physical Demands
Light Work:
Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently