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Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center

Audiologist (29662)

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266

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Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center is seeking a full time or part time Audiologist to join our team! A flexible, part time position is available at our Amherst clinic. Full time hours are also available starting at 32.5 hours a week, but may include travel to another BHSC clinic. Description

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center is seeking a full time or part time Audiologist to join our team! A flexible, part time position is available at our Amherst clinic. Full time hours are also available starting at 32.5 hours a week, but may include travel to another BHSC clinic.

The BHSC Audiology clinic is a medically-minded, pediatrics heavy practice. The Audiologist is responsible for evaluating a full range of diagnostics including newborn hearing screening follow up. BHSC provides a generous PTO package and flexible scheduling. Employment with BHSC also counts towards the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program!

Job Summary:

The Audiologist evaluates an individual's hearing to determine if a hearing impairment exists, and if so, the nature and extent of the impairment. Non-medical rehabilitation of an individual's hearing impairment is also provided by an audiologist through hearing aid evaluation and selection, speech reading training and auditory training. Prevention of hearing impairment is provided by an audiologist through hearing conservation.

Essential Functions

Interviews patients to obtain history information related to hearing problems and to functional communication Administers audiology procedures (hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings, etc.) utilizing professional judgment in the selection of an appropriate test battery Formulates and administers a treatment plan, which may include aural rehabilitation Counsels and instructs the patient regarding evaluation results and treatment Writes reports and maintains patient records Participates in staff meetings arranged by the Supervisor of Audiology or the Director of Clinical Services. Represents Buffalo Hearing and Speech Center in the community at invited events such as health fairs, open houses, senior citizen center activities and nursing home activities, etc. Participates in the Center's Quality Assurance Program Any other duty as requested by you supervisor

Skills

Experience with sophisticated testing equipment, accurate administration of testing procedures, appropriate interpretation of test results, able to generate a treatment plan based on the findings and patient counseling and instruction. Thorough knowledge of the auditory system and its disorders, audio logical procedures, techniques and management Excellent interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining patient relationships Adherence to the Code of Ethics established by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association Sound judgment

Minimum Degree Required:

Degree from accredited university in Audiology

Required License/ Registration/ Certification

New York State License in Audiology New York State License in Hearing Aid Dispensing

Physical Requirements

Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

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