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The Audiologist I provides comprehensive evaluative, rehabilitative, preventative, and referral services for the hearing impaired in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating clients, counseling families, and maintaining clinical records.
Requirements summary
No prior work experience is required for this position. A non-graduate education is required, along with certifications in Basic Life Support and as a Certified Audiologist.
no requirementsCommunicationRecord KeepingCounselingTeam CollaborationContinuing EducationPatient CareSupervisionEthicsHealth and Safety ComplianceRehabilitative ServicesDiagnostic EvaluationAudiologyClinical RecordsDevelopmental KnowledgeHearing ImpairmentTherapeutic Materials
Job description
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.
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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
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Compensation
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 $77,064.00 - $95,680.00 - $121,804.00 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 Baystate Health (BH) is one of New England’s leading and largest integrated health care organizations, serving a population of nearly one million people throughout western New England. With roots dating back to the founding of Springfield City Hospital in 1873, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality and compassionate health care in western Massachusetts for more than 145 years. With more than 12,000 employees, a medical staff of nearly 3,100 physicians, and a net patient service revenue of more than $1.4 billion, the ever-growing health system includes five Massachusetts hospitals and the
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Ware: Baystate Medical Center in Springfield Baystate Children’s Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center) Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield