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Weill Cornell Medicine

Senior Audiologist I

Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview

Senior Audiologist I — Weill Cornell Medicine Location: Upper East Side Org Unit: Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Work Days: Monday-Friday Weekly Hours: 35.00 Exemption Status: Exempt Salary Range: $105,100.00 - $117,550.00 Position Summary

Identifies and evaluates patients with impaired hearing and balance or with hearing disorders and provides appropriate habilitation/rehabilitation. This role is also responsible for supervising students and participates in professional and community activities. In addition, this role will be involved in program development and will be responsible for professional presentations and publications. Job Responsibilities

Administers tests of hearing, middle ear function to determine type and degree of impairment. Administers tests for balance and performs exams using electrophysiology for neuroaudiologic assessment. Evaluates hearing test results and patient\'s medical or background information to determine hearing impairment and treatment. Counsels and instructs patients in options to improve communication function. Provides assessment for amplification devices, including cochlear implants and hearing aid devices. Plans and conducts hearing loss prevention and treatment programs. Records and maintains reports of hearing research or treatments. Fits hearing aids and manages patient use of amplification. Refers patients to additional medical or educational services if needed. Conducts or directs research and reports findings on hearing topics to develop procedures, technology, or treatments. Advises educators or other medical staff on hearing topics. Manages Audiology student activities in the department as part of their core placement. Works to ensure that the Audiologist I\'s are effectively utilizing their mentoring skills to the students under their tutelage. Participates in conferences or training to update or share knowledge of new hearing disorder treatment methods or technology. Performs other related duties as assigned. Education

Doctorate of Audiology (Au.D.) Experience

Minimum of 5 years of work experience as a clinical audiologist Evidence of leadership skills Evidence of supervising Audiology students Evidence of supervision education Evidence of research presentations and publications Participation in professional committees Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Ability to communicate well with patients, despite potential hearing issues Compassion and patience to make a patient feel comfortable Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills Detail oriented with excellent record keeping skills Maintains continuing education license and certification requirement. Licenses and Certifications

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) New York State Audiology license Working Conditions / Physical Demands

Cornell embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. We also recognize affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on protected characteristics as defined by applicable law.

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