Staff Audiologist, School of Audiology

3 months ago

Oregon City, United States Pacific University Full time
Job Details

Job Location
Hillsboro 7th Ave Audiology Clinic - , OR

Description

Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship and practice.

At Pacific University we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove, Hillsboro, and Eugene. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, acquire and share knowledge.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

The staff audiologist works closely with the Clinic Director of the Pacific EarClinic and the school's clinical education team to ensure that the Pacific EarClinic successfully meets the school's commitment to academic and clinical education of the doctoral audiology students while delivering exemplary audiologic care in a thriving community audiology clinic. This is a year-round administrative appointment. The staff audiologist will be responsible for full-time patient care within the Pacific EarClinic, with occasional committee service appointments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinic Management Functions/Responsibilities:
  • Assists clinic director with recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of clinic administrative and professional staff.
  • Assists clinic director in developing and implementing a continuous quality improvement program for the Pacific EarClinic and implementing quality assurance reviews.
  • Maintains a thorough knowledge of all pertinent licensure and hearing aid dispensing requirements pertinent to the practice of audiology, as mandated by the state of Oregon, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and any other relevant organizations or entities.
  • Tracks HIPAA, insurance requirements, and other pertinent regulations to ensure compliance.
  • Helps ensure compliance with accreditation requirements and provides input as needed for annual accreditation reports and periodic accreditation site visits.
Patient Care Functions/Responsibilities:
  • Administer audiological evaluations to collect information on type and degree of hearing loss, using specialized instruments and equipment.
  • Evaluate diagnostic findings to determine diagnoses and courses of treatment.
  • Use medical diagnostic techniques within the scope of an Audiologist.
  • Document findings and progress within the patient's electronic medical record and report to the appropriate personnel.
  • Adhere to established security and patient privacy guidelines when disclosing patient information.
  • Conduct candidacy evaluations and provide fitting and follow-up services for patients seeking implantable hearing devices.
  • Identify the communication needs of patients.
  • Counsel and instruct patients in techniques to effectively manage hearing impairment, referring patients for additional medical or educational services as needed.
  • Plan and conduct treatment programs (hearing and balance) for patients, consulting with physicians, nurses, psychologists, and other health care personnel as necessary.
  • Recommend and fit earmolds, hearing aids, and assistive devices according to patients' needs and nature of impairment, providing and documenting appropriate follow-up support.
  • Counsel patients regarding hearing conservation and dispense hearing protection devices as appropriate.
  • Administer balance and falls risk evaluations. Analyze results and report findings to the requesting physician.
  • Use effective interpersonal communication techniques.
  • Communicate technical information regarding hearing or balance related topics to physicians and other professionals.
  • Work in a cooperative manner with management/supervision, coworkers, patients and vendors.
  • Provide direct patient care and student supervision for approximately 75% of workload.
  • Assume responsibility for a given patient's care as necessary when the audiologist-of-record cannot be reached.
  • Reviews records and charts, as needed, and directs distribution of documents for referrals and records requests in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Attends to other patient care functions and responsibilities as assigned or necessary for the roles and responsibilities of the position.
Educational/Supervisory Functions/Responsibilities:
  • Working with the clinical education team, assists with the development and management of training for clinical supervisors working within the Pacific EarClinic
  • Provides clinical consultation to students as requested.
  • Provides and oversees opportunities for prospective students to observe within the Pacific EarClinic in compliance with HIPAA regulations at the discretion of the clinic director.
  • Assists with teaching of clinical aspects of doctoral audiology education, both didactic and experiential, as requested.
  • Attends to other educational/supervisory functions and responsibilities as assigned or necessary for the roles and responsibilities of the position.
University Service Functions/Responsibilities:
  • Engages with other programs and faculty of the College of Health Professions for interprofessional opportunities in clinical service provision.
  • Facilitates community partnerships and relationships that further clinical service and serves as a liaison between the Pacific EarClinic and the audiology practice community.
  • Serves on clinic, school, college, and university committees and work groups as assigned and/or as appropriate to the roles and responsibilities of the position.
  • Attends to other university functions and responsibilities as assigned or necessary for the roles and responsibilities of the position.
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

Perform other related duties as assigned.

JOB SCOPE:
  • Most work is self-guided, operating from established directions, policies, and procedures.
  • Independent decision-making is expected, but the scope of work does require working closely with the Clinic Director of the Pacific EarClinic to ensure that the operations of the Pacific EarClinic meet expectations within the mission, vision, and strategic plan of the school.
  • Excellence in performing the responsibilities of this office is essential since any mistakes or errors may result in work stoppage, loss of business, poor patient relations, harm to our students' education, and/or damage to audiologic equipment, products, and materials, all of which can have negative financial implications for the university and may also negatively impact licensure requirements, accreditation standards, and professional ethical conduct expectations.
SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY:
  • Responsible for supervising work-study and observation students assigned to the Pacific EarClinic.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned or requested by the clinic director.
Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
  • Have and maintain a current audiology license from the state of Oregon, or eligible for such license and must obtain prior to hire date (as required by state of Oregon).
  • Earned Doctor of Audiology (AuD) degree, and/or research doctorate degree (e.g., PhD) in audiology or hearing/balance science required.
  • Have and maintain a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain an NPI prior to start date
  • Current CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Minimum of three years, broad-scope clinical experience as an audiologist preferred.
  • Previous supervisory experience with students desirable.
  • Professional certification in audiology from the American Board of Audiology and/or the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (CCC-A) desirable.
  • Proficiency or fluency in Spanish desirable.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS:
  • Effectively utilizes and quickly adopts computer-based and other high-tech systems pertinent to an audiology clinic.
  • Effectively utilizes office productivity software (e.g., Word, Excel, and Outlook) and internet applications.
  • Utilizes professional-level written communication skills.
  • Utilizes professional-level verbal and inter-personal communication skills required, taking into consideration body language, filters, listening, paraphrasing, and questions with individuals of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
  • Effectively communicates with students, faculty, staff, patients, and the public in a manner appropriate to the age of the individual served.
  • Demonstrates ability to work in and positively contribute to a highly collegial team environment, with ability to establish and maintain pleasant and effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, patients, community partners, and the public.
  • Demonstrates leadership skills with ability to motivate staff and students to achieve goals and objectives.
  • Embraces interprofessional learning, collaboration, and clinical service delivery.
  • Is able to operationalize and implement ideas.
  • Builds on basic learning and carries it from one situation to another.
  • Demonstrates critical thinking skills in problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Asks questions and seeks assistance.
  • Completes work with accuracy and attention to details.
  • Works independently in an organized, efficient, and timely manner.
  • Takes responsibility to eliminate the source of problems.
  • Demonstrates confidentiality regarding information pertaining to all students, faculty, staff, and patients.
  • Maintains an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor for a professional clinical setting.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Typical office and audiology clinic environment, with routine computer- and paper-based work requirements, plus frequent handling of audiologic equipment, materials, and supplies.
  • Includes occasional travel to other clinical sites
  • Includes occasional evening and weekend work requirements to support the work of the Pacific EarClinic and the School of Audiology.


PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: All of the actions listed are possible for this job description, as typical in a clinical environment:

Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Repetitive motion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: __Sedentary work X_Light work __Medium work __Heavy work __Very Heavy work X_Visual acuity X_Hearing Acuity _X_Clear speaking voice with sufficient volume (loudness) due to large patient population with hearing loss

At Pacific University we are dedicated to providing experiences that are authentic, holistic, equity minded, and responsive. We continue to develop our equity practices with a particular focus on racial equity.

For qualifying employees, our benefits include generous paid time off for vacation, holidays (including winter break) and sick leave. We offer medical coverage with alternative care (in-network services covered at 100% after payroll deduction), comprehensive dental, vision plans, 9% contribution to retirement after one year of service with no match required, free mental health appointments, and tuition remission for employees and their dependents. We cover employer paid life, short term disability, and long term disability insurance. On campus benefits include free access to our sports facility and library, with discounts on campus food, bookstore purchases, clinic services, and gear rentals through our outdoor program (kayaks, snow shoes, bikes and more).

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Studies have shown that candidates that are female and/or BIPOC are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the qualifications they find in the job description. We are seeking the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be a person who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every minimum qualification described or are unsure if your experience could be considered related experience.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

It is the policy of Pacific University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military, veteran or Vietnam Era status, or any other protected classification recognized by applicable law, in admission, access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or any other applicable state or federal law, or city ordinance. Questions or complaints may be directed to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116, provost@pacificu.edu.

Application materials will be screened and interview candidates will be selected and notified by telephone. The hiring process normally consists of several interviews and can last several weeks depending on the position. All applicants will be notified once the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.

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