Audiologist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health in Burlington, MA

Title: Audiologist - hospital setting - part-time Location: Burlington United States Employment: Part-time Hours/Week: 20 Shift: Day Category: Audiology Pay Range: $42,723.20 USD - $59,820.80 USD FLSA: Exempt Req ID: JR96406 Job Description: When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Audiologist Part time 20 hours Strong interest in cochlear implants preferred, but not required Job Description: The Department of Audiology at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center is seeking a full-time clinical Audiologist. This is a part-time position, 20 hours a week, reporting to the Clinical Director of Audiology located at the Burlington, MA campus. The audiologist will be responsible for independently providing comprehensive audiologic services to an adult population. Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to: 1. Performs Diagnostic assessment of hearing loss and hearing rehabilitation options 2. Exercises clinical judgment in selecting and implementing most appropriate evaluation methods for diverse patient needs 3. Greets patients, identify oneself as an audiologist and explains hearing and balance testing 4. Reviews results and recommendations to patient regarding diagnostic tests and rehabilitative options 5. Determines if the patient is a hearing aid candidate or would benefit from assistive listening devices 6. Selects appropriate hearing aid device for patient based on audiologic test results. 7. Providse quality ear mold impressions for hearing aids, swim plugs and custom noise protection. 8. Provides appropriate programming of selected amplification device. 9. Provides care to patients with implantable hearing technologies including cochlear implants, BAHA and Esteem implants 10. Performs and interprets electrophysiologic assessment including VEMP, EcochG and ABR 11. Obtains telemetry measures in operating room for cochlear implant procedures 12. Works collaboratively with Otolaryngology nursing staff to provide excellent patient care. 13. Reviews abnormal test results with referring physician 14. Provides written educational material and reviews with patient/family 15. Provides occasional cross coverage at all audiology sites, including Burlington, Peabody and Lexington. 16. Provides patient with written and verbal instructions regarding battery use, care and maintenance of the hearing aid. 17. Troubleshoots repairs devices if possible. 18. Determines if hearing aid needs to be returned to manufacturer for repair. 19. Addresses any issues or concerns the patient or family member may have regarding their hearing aids 20. Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles , Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities. 21. Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies. 22. Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic. 23. Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients. 24. Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment. Z02H92 Revised Nov, 2011 Printed: 10/7/2013 2 25. Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards. 26. Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities. 27. Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education. 28. Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department. Minimum Qualifications: Education: -Masters degree in Audiology -Licensure, Certification, Registration: Licensure in Audiology by state of Massachusetts Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: 1. Excellent verbal skills. 2. Excellent patient centric skills 3. Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment Experience: Minimum of one year clinical experience in medical – otologic setting. 4th year clinical doctorate placement accepted as one year of clinical experience. Pay Range: $42,723.20 USD – $59,820.80 USD The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Apply To This Job