Audiologist Needed in Spanaway, WA - Amergis
Spanaway, WA 98387
About the Job
Audiologists are specialists who diagnose, treat andproviding ongoing management to patients who suffer from hearing, balance orother related disorders of the ear and/or hearing. Audiologists provide personalized services tominimize the negative impact of these disorders, as well as help with educationand prevention leading to improved outcomes and patient quality of life. The Audiologist will work in a variety ofsettings and can specialize in pediatrics, geriatrics, balance, cochlearimplants, hearing aids, tinnitus, and auditory processing among other variousclinical specialties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
+ Administers and interprets audiological tests, develops atreatment plan, and establishes goals for each patient. Monitors progress ofrecommendations and treatment plans and reassesses as appropriate
+ Provides tinnitus counseling and rehabilitation whenindicated
+ Advises on the selection, fitting and evaluation of hearingaids
+ Responsible for repairing and maintaining hearing aids
+ Operates and calibrates audiometric equipment
+ Provides rehabilitative audiological services includingcounseling them and advising them on wearing hearing aids and hearing tactics
+ Calibrates equipment, prepares related reports, andmaintains the audiological suite, materials, and supplies
+ Communicates with patient and family and provides counselingwhen appropriate
+ Documents timely per facility protocol
+ Other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
+ Current state license as an Audiologist preferred.
+ Graduate or four-year degree program accredited by theAmerican Speech and Hearing Association, and holds or is eligible for acertificate of clinical competence granted by the American Speech and HearingAssociation preferred.
+ Minimum of one year in audiology preferred
+ Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
+ Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
+ Current CPR if applicable
+ TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
+ Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
+ Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
+ Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
+ Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required
+ Computer proficiency required
+ Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ 401(k) savings plan
+ Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Source : Amergis