Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here (https://www.myworkday.com/umiami/d/task/1422$7248.htmld) to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet (https://my.it.miami.edu/wda/erpsec/tipsheets/EReRecruitingApplyforaJob.pdf) . The Ear Institute in the Department of Otolaryngology is currently seeking a full time Audiologist to work in Miami, FL. The pediatric Audiologist administers and interprets a variety of tests, such as air and bone conduction, and speech reception and discrimination tests, to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment, site of damage, and effects on comprehension and speech for children. The incumbent also evaluates test results in relation to behavioral, social, educational, and medical information obtained from patients, families, teachers, and healthcare professionals. Travel to satellite clinics may be required. Bilingual is preferred. Flexibility to cover for different audiology specialties in the absence of a co-worker is required.CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs immittance and emissions testing, and records results for future reference in children.2. Conducts auditory evoked potential assessments for patients.3. Assesses hearing sensitivity and quality and provides patients with information regarding the results.4. Dispenses assistive listening devices and fits devices based on patient’s physiology and needs.5. Consults with physicians and other professionals about patient’s future needs and current progress.6. Maintains client records at all stages including initial evaluation and discharge. 7. Documents all professional and clinical reports and conducts research on auditory topics. 8. Utilizes local, state, and national regulations to make decisions regarding service eligibility.9. Participates in conferences, forums, and training sessions to remain up-to-date with or share knowledge of new hearing or speech disorder treatment methods. 10. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.CORE QUALIFICATIONS 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 preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
Department Specific Functions
Provides coverage audiology for the Otology clinic at least 20% of full-time effort (changes to this amount are at the discretion of the department chair and chief), and Pediatrics (Diagnostics & Hearing Aids) to one or more area clinic locations.
Performs behavioral observation audiometry, visual reinforcement audiometry, play audiometry, and conventional audiometry
Performs Otoacoustic Emission and Auditory Brainstem Response testing (natural sleep and/or sedated)
Selects, administers, and interprets age appropriate auditory and speech perception tests
Compiles test results, behavioral observation, and information to make appropriate recommendations and/or referrals
Counsels patient and/or families to select assistive listening devices
Remains up to date on hearing aid technologies and fitting best practices.
Counsels patients on techniques that may improve hearing with hearing aids and support families overall needs
Identifies and refers patients for speech-language, educational, medical, psychological, and social services
Collaborates with the cochlear implant team, the Barton G. Kids Hear Now Cochlear Implant Family Resource Center, and the Children’s Hearing Program.
Collaboration with other healthcare providers and educators working with children with hearing loss
Participates and attends family events for children with hearing loss and cochlear implants
Participates in multidisciplinary and other audiological meetings
Documents all professional and clinical reports in a timely manner
May be asked to participate in Early Steps or IDES appointments.
Utilizes local, state, national and funding agency regulations to makes decisions regarding service eligibility
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations.
May train students and externs.
May be expected to flex to different specialties in the absence of a colleague
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
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
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