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Audiologist - Adult

Work Arrangement: Regular or Temporary: Regular Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710 Personnel Area: DUKE HOSPITAL

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General Description of the Job Class

Evaluate hearing of patients with ear abnormalities and/or auditory disorders through case history, clinical observation and diagnostic tests of auditory function; plan and participate in habilitative and rehabilitative programs for patients with auditory disorders.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

• Independently maintains a clinical caseload in designated clinical area
• Provides evidence-based evaluation and treatment to diverse, medically challenging patient populations
• Provides quality service delivery techniques that facilitate optimum services to meet patient needs being sensitive to patients age, social, cultural, educational and vocational background
• Completes required documentation accurately and within the designated time frame which may include report writing, billing, and/or professional education database
• Works collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team as well as with Division colleagues to promote best care of the patient
• Participates in the peer review process
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives within assigned work area under the supervision of Clinical Coordinator
• Takes initiative to remain current in clinical practice through lectures, literature, and other educational opportunities
• Organizes daily schedule to prioritize responsibilities including the integration of meetings, responsibilities, or tasks into schedule without negative impact on patient care or productivity
• Maintains confidentiality pertaining to patient care and all Division policies and procedures
• Keeps Clinical Coordinator informed of activities, problems, and/or accomplishments
• Functions in a self-directed manner and takes ownership to manage self and work including responsibility for actions and accountability for results
• Maintains professional demeanor and is responsible for quality care in all interactions
• Responds promptly to communication (e.g., e-mail, pages and phone messages)
• Uses technology (e.g., computer skills) to meet job requirements
• Maintains productivity standards
• Completes clinical privileges consistent with job responsibilities and personal development plan
• Performs duties/ tasks/ assignments as directed to support Division goals or needs
• Meets all PEP expectations and follows all Division policies and procedures
• Meets and adheres to ASHA, state licensure board and Division clinical practice guidelines

Senior Clinician Duties and Responsibilities

In addition to all duties and responsibilities of a Clinical Audiologist, a Senior Clinician is also responsible for the following:

• Creates a direct impact/change on clinical practice based on current literature, conference-based knowledge, and/or state of the art practice under the direction of Clinical Coordinator
• Serves as a clinical resource to colleagues and other medical professionals
• Assists the Clinical Coordinator in building collaborative relationships and teamwork between colleagues and other professional staff within and external to DUHS
• Provides educational opportunities relevant to clinical practice which may include inservices, external presentations, lunch and learn, or support groups with the input of the Clinical Coordinator
• Obtains specialized training or certification
• When requested, serves as a mentor for new staff, clinical fellows, students, or student observers
• When requested, provides opportunities for student observation
• Under direction of Clinical Coordinator, assists in providing training to clinical staff in new or advanced skills
• Under direction of Clinical Coordinator, assists with new staff credentialing and/or orientation in specified clinical area
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education Work requires a Doctorate in Audiology or a Master's degree in Audiology. Experience No experience required. 4th year AuD Externship/Residency is considered relevant clinical experience. Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification -- NC licensure as an Audiologist and a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or Board Certified in Audiology (ABOA) or; -- Temporary license (4th year Audiologist) in Audiology issued by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists. Full license: after completion of 4th year (must obtain prior to expiration of temporary license)

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