Audiologist - Kenwood Audiology

Join to apply for the Audiologist - Kenwood Audiology role at Mercy Health Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities. Job Summary The Audiologist is responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with hearing, balance, and related disorders. This role involves conducting comprehensive assessments, providing appropriate interventions, and offering counseling to patients and their families to improve communication and quality of life. Specific equipment and testing may vary based on availability and need. Essential Functions Performs a variety of audiological assessments, which many include pure-tone audiometry, tympanometry, otoacoustic emissions (OAE) testing, auditory steady state response testing (ASSR), auditory brainstem response (ABR) evaluations, to assess hearing and balance function. Fits, programs, and maintains assistive listening devices, which may include hearing aids and cochlear implants. May be responsible for discussing financial cost of hearing aids with patients. Conducts evaluations for balance disorders and provides appropriate interventions. Works closely with otolaryngologists, speech-language pathologists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive care plans. Educates patients and their families about hearing and balance disorders, treatment options, and coping strategies. Offers guidance on communication techniques and assistive technology. Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies. Participates in hearing screenings, educational seminars, and community events to promote hearing health awareness. May provide additional audiology services as needed, such as rehabilitation for auditory processing disorders, intra-operative monitoring during neurosurgery and orthopedic surgery, cerumen management procedures to alleviate hearing impairments, and/or Universal Newborn Hearing Screenings (UNHS). Works at Kenwood location and will also go to either Kings Mills or Fairfield locations depending upon need. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensure/Certification Licensed as an audiologist in the state of practice (required) Certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or the American Board of Audiology (ABA) (preferred) Experience Previous clinical experience in audiology (preferred) What We Offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com #J-18808-Ljbffr