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Job Summary
Responsible for selecting and fitting hearing aids for customers. Administers and interprets tests of hearing. Assesses hearing instrument efficacy. Takes ear impressions and prepares, designs, and modifies ear molds.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
Cochlear implant evaluations and programming.
Tinnitus evaluations, counseling, and treatment.
Monitor patients' progress and provide ongoing observation of hearing or balance status.
Fit, dispense, and repair assistive devices, such as hearing aids.
Educates patients, caregivers, and family members on treatment options and continuing care.
Research causes and potential treatments for hearing and balance disorders.
Qualifications: Education Doctorate Audiology required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials Audiologist [State License] - required Basic Life Support [BLS] - preferred
Experience Audiology or Hearing Testing experience 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong patient/customer service skills.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- DPOAE, ABR, ENG/VNG, hearing aid evaluation, dispensing and follow-up, and using electronic health records for documentation.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
