Audiology Professional

Ochsner Health is seeking a highly skilled Audiologist to join our team in the OUHC Audiology Clinic. As an Audiologist at Ochsner Health, you will be responsible for administering diagnostic audiological exams, counseling patients and families regarding test results, and reviewing options for hearing healthcare needs.

• Assess auditory function in normal hearing and hearing-impaired patients of all ages.
• Communicate educational, medical, and diagnostic procedural information to patients and/or their families in a clear and concise manner.
• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic audiological evaluations, newborn hearing screenings, and otoacoustic emissions.
• Assess candidacy of patients with hearing loss for hearing aids and implantable devices and provide appropriate rehabilitation options.
• Facilitate departmental practice by scheduling and coordinating all appointment types.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new employees as assigned and attend appropriate in-services/education programs.
• Fits and calibrates hearing aids for patients and conducts auditory brainstem response evaluations as needed.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, and adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed.

• Master's degree in Audiology or a Doctor of Audiology Doctorate (Au.D.) in the state of practice.
• 1 year of experience in the audiology field.
• Current hearing aid license in the state of practice.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology, CCC-A from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), preferred.

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively collaborate and interact with patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Clinical skills indicative of a Board-certified audiologist.
• Ability to identify, test, diagnose, and manage hearing disorders in all populations.
• Ability to effectively counsel patients regarding hearing healthcare and possible treatment/management options.
• Ability to perform Auditory Brainstem Response testing, Vestibular assessments, otoscopies, and make ear impressions.
• Working knowledge of hearing loss prevention methods to educate the public properly.
• Ability to organize time and prioritize numerous duties within strict deadlines.
• Ability to handle patients in a caring and respectful manner and plan accordingly for medically complex patients.