Job location: Boca Raton, FL

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2020-01-13
Req: R100035343
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Transforming Lives

The University of Miami is among the top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation, and one of the largest private employers in South Florida.

With more than 16,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• To provide Diagnostic Audiology and Rehabilitation services

• Selects, administers, and interprets auditory tests.

• High Frequency Audiometry where indicated

• Middle ear function testing

• Diagnostic audiology testing for differential diagnosis of cochlear/retro-cochlear hearing loss

• Tests for non-organic hearing loss

• Testing for Noise Induced Hearing Loss

• To promote best practice in the field

• To be competent in all areas of dispensing and patient aftercare

• To be competent in the management of information, including daily company reports and

Information technologies

• To operate in line with company policies, procedures and current legislation at all times

• To commit to the company belief of providing the highest levels of service and aftercare to all

Patients’.

• Communicates with other healthcare professionals where necessary to ensure that all patients

are provided with the best advice

• To use appropriate outcome measures, both subjective and objective to ensure hearing

instruments are providing maximum benefit and to use evidence based practice to support this

• Use of Real Ear Measurement equipment including Live Speech Mapping to validate and verify

hearing instrument fittings

• To commit to lifelong learning to ensure that you keep up to date with the latest developments in Audiology

• To produce reports and letters for other healthcare providers and legal representatives

summarizing the appropriate care plans selected for a patient.

• To provide education and training for other healthcare professionals and support staff to assist with maintaining the company profile.

• To be responsible for daily maintenance of test equipment and arrange calibration as and when

required

• To provide ear care and wax removal where required (appropriate training will be provided)

• To follow best practice principles with regard to infection control in the workplace

• To provide other clinical duties as appropriate

• Compiles test results, behavioral observation and information to make recommendations.

• Identifies and refers patients for speech-language, educational, medical, psychological, social and vocational

services.

• Selects ear mold, personal amplification, and/or assistive listening devices.

• In-depth knowledge of several hearing aid manufacturers, Oticon, GN Resound and Phonak in particular and BAHA

• Schedules direct and indirect service activities.

• Maintains client records at all stages, including initial evaluation and discharge.

• Documents all professional and clinical reports in a timely manner.

• Utilizes local, state, national and funding agency regulations to makes decisions regarding service eligibility.

• Conducts research on auditory topics.

• Participates in conference, forums or training to update or share knowledge of new hearing or speech disorder treatment methods.

• Works with multi-disciplinary teams to assess and rehabilitate recipients of implanted hearing devices.

• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations.

• May conduct and participate in research, including presenting at national and local conferences.

• May train students and externs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to apply auditory principles, procedures, and techniques

• Knowledge of auditory agents used in patient treatments

• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat hearing or speech disorders.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Performs in tactful and professional manner.

• Motivated and focused on achieving own goals

• Confident about working within a team and autonomously

• Commercially aware, and happy to offer the client the best solution for any given problem

• Dedicated to exemplary customer service to ensure client satisfaction.

• Excellent communication skills, with empathy and patience.

• Desire to do provide the best service and advice to the best of your abilities

Education Requirements (Essential Requirements):

• Doctorate of Audiology degree required. Masters considered with experience.

• Current/valid Florida Audiologist license required.

Work Experience Requirements (Essential Requirements):

• One year of audiologist-related experience is required.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Faculty

Pay Grade:

50