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Kaiser Permanente

Audiologist

Kaiser Permanente, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Audiologist

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Kaiser Permanente Location: Mountain View, CA; Sunnyvale, CA; Fremont, CA Job Summary

Administers diagnostic audiological tests that allow the differentiation between types of hearing disorders, coordinates and interprets test results, and consults with and makes recommendations on hearing disorders to physicians. Essential Responsibilities

Provides diagnostic evaluation of hearing, prevention, habilitation and rehabilitation services for auditory problems and research relating to hearing and attendant disorders. Physically and otoscopically examines the outer structures of the ear. Procedures may include ear cleaning, evaluation, fitting and dispensing of hearing aids; cochlear implant assessment, programming and rehabilitation; and electrophysiologic evaluation of the vestibular and auditory mechanisms, in addition to electroacoustic measures of the peripheral and central auditory systems. Counsels individuals with auditory disorders, their families and other service providers regarding the etiology of the disorder and its management. Provides reports and coordinates audiological results with other diagnostic data such as educational, medical, social and behavioral information. Experience

Education

Masters degree or Clinical Doctorate in Audiology (AuD) prior to employment start date. License, Certification, Registration

Audiologist License (California) required at hire OR Temporary Audiologist License (California) required at hire National Provider Identifier required at hire Basic Life Support required at hire from American Heart Association Additional Requirements

Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. If dispensing hearing aids, a Dispensing Audiologist license is required. Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year of post-licensure experience in the field of audiology. Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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