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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Audiologist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, El Paso, Texas, us, 88568

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The position is located in the El Paso VA Health Care System Audiology Department. It is a full‑time, mid‑senior level role with a base pay range of $73,939 – $115,213 per year.

Summary This role involves conducting audiological assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, designing and implementing hearing rehabilitation plans, and providing patient counseling. The audiologist will support veterans across all clinical areas within the medical center.

Qualifications

United States citizenship (non‑citizens only if qualified citizens unavailable)

Doctor of Audiology (AUD) from an accredited program (ACAE or CAA) or equivalent hearing‑science doctoral degree

Full, current, unrestricted state or territorial license to practice audiology at the doctoral level

Proficiency in spoken and written English (38 U.S.C. 7403(f))

Knowledge of assessment and treatment of auditory and balance disorders (KSA a)

Ability to perform contemporary audiology scope of practice as defined by the American Academy of Audiology or ASHA (KSA b)

Strong communication skills with patients, families, and health‑care professionals (KSA c)

Professional experience: one year of comparable practice for GS‑11 level; additional KSAs for GS‑12 level (advanced diagnostics, cochlear implant programming, vestibular testing, hearing‑aid fitting, counseling, and rehabilitation planning)

Preferred experience with adult patients, vestibular studies, tinnitus evaluation, and cochlear‑implant mapping

Responsibilities

Conduct audiological assessments and determine the need for amplification, aural rehabilitation, and counseling

Interpret behavioral, electro‑acoustic, and electrophysiologic tests for hearing, balance, tinnitus, and neural function

Prescribe and fit hearing aids, ear protectors, and assistive devices; perform routine inspections and repairs

Design and implement individualized treatment plans, including auditory training and rehabilitation programs

Administer vestibular function evaluations and interpret results

Provide patient and family education on device use, hearing‑aid maintenance, and preventive hearing care

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other specialists to coordinate comprehensive veteran care

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and adhere to VA regulations and quality standards

Physical requirements: predominantly sedentary work with occasional walking, standing, and lifting of light items (≤ 15 pounds)

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