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Pediatric Audiologist I - Pediatric Hearing Institute

CHRISTUS Health

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Other

Re-posted 14 days ago


CHRISTUS Health rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 531 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

530th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Pediatric Audiologist I - Pediatric Hearing Institute

Tests, evaluates, and prescribes treatment of hearing disorders on the pediatric population. Provides a full range of diagnostic and rehabilitative services to patients including visual reinforcement audiometry, conditioned play audiometry, conventional audiometry, otoacoustic emissions, auditory brainstem response, acoustic immittance testing, earmolds, hearing aids, bone-conduction hearing aids and cochlear implants.

Responsibilities:

  • Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
  • Effectively interviews parents prior to formal evaluation.
  • Chooses appropriate tests considering history and reason for referral.
  • Administers routine and some specialty diagnostic evaluations.
  • Assesses communication skills through observation and informal interactions.
  • Makes accurate diagnoses and appropriate recommendations.
  • Communicates results to parents in an effective manner.
  • Provides parent education and appropriate department handouts.
  • Plans and coordinates follow up care for patients who have, or at risk for, hearing loss.
  • Makes appropriate recommendations for amplification, therapy, referral, follow up testing, educational adaptations, and home care.
  • Involves parents/family in care plans and educational activities and obtaining medical history.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth progression (physical, cognitive, social, emotional) and developmental milestones.
  • Obtains and interprets age specific audiometric data correctly.
  • Uses age-appropriate communication style and language with patients.
  • Takes precautions for safety and injury prevention related to age.
  • Possesses knowledge and skill to use age appropriate equipment for assessment and treatments. (Audiology equipment, hearing aids, toys, etc.)
  • Provides physical, emotional, and psychosocial support consistent with the patient's developmental level.
  • Possesses knowledge of how to utilize age specific resources within the community.
  • Recognizes and responds appropriately to signs of abuse or neglect.
  • Ensures that work areas are organized, safe, and professional in appearance.
  • Accurately completes documentation and charges within Audiology department guidelines.
  • Completes clear concise reports using documentation templates.
  • Self manages own schedule to improve productivity.
  • Follows the CHRISTUS Provider Network guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
  • Maintains strict confidentiality.
  • Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission.
  • Maintains established CHRISTUS Provider Network policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
  • Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission and Code of Ethics and supportive of CHRISTUS Provider Network's cultural diversity objectives.
  • Supports and adheres to CPN Service Guarantee.
  • Performs duties/tasks listed above with little to no supervision.
  • Performs other related work as required.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills • Doctoral Degree in Audiology (AuD.) required.

Experience • 0-3 years of experience required. • Pediatric Experience/rotation (externship) preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications • BLS required. • ASHA or ABA certification required. • Active Audiology Licensure in the State of practice required.

Work Schedule:

8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday

Work Type:

Full Time


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About CHRISTUS Health

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CHRISTUS Health is a prominent name in the healthcare industry, with its headquarters situated in Irving, TX, USA. Established in 1999, the company has since been devoted to providing comprehensive care and extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. This not-for-profit health system primarily operates more than 600 healthcare services and programs, including long-term care facilities, health insurance products, community clinics, and outreach services, serving both urban and rural populations.

Industry

Outpatient health care

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

1999