The Audiologist plays a vital role in diagnosing and providing aural rehabilitative services to patients with hearing loss. This position requires administering a wide range of tests to determine hearing levels and loss, and prescribing the use of hearing aids and/or special training. The Audiologist will work closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate audiometric results and assist in the selection and use of suitable hearing aids and prescribing appropriate treatment.

• Perform patient hearing test assessments, analyze results, and recommend treatment and product options.
• Deliver clinically appropriate evaluation, therapy, and aural rehabilitative services to patients with hearing and balance problems.
• Counsel patients, document treatment plans, and work with physicians on treatment plans.
• Develop recommendations for patient follow-up and provide clinically appropriate neural telemetry testing in the operating room.
• Fits and dispenses hearing aids or other equipment as required.
• Performs daily equipment biological calibrations, maintains equipment, and initiates requests for repair.
• Keeps accurate and comprehensive records in patient charts and department-based files.
• Facilitates the organization's compliance with JCAHO, CARF, ASHA, OSHA, and ADA guidelines.

• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider American Heart Association certification.
• Audiology certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• Audiology licensure from the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
• Minimum 0-6 months of experience as a certified Audiologist.
• Desired: Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology bestowed by ASHA.

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