Job SummaryProvide diagnostic evaluations of the auditory and vestibular systems and aid in assessing the neurological status of adults and children. Provide direction, counseling, and recommendations regarding the rehabilitation of hearing impaired patients. Determine whether severely hearing impaired patients are candidates for cochlear implant surgery. Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
Essential Responsibilities
Selects, performs, and interprets diagnostic test data for: Pediatric and geriatric populations, vestibular function, and facial nerve integrity.
Counsels patients and informs them of future therapeutic plans.
Provides mobile diagnostic services for inpatients, ICU, NICU, and operative patients.
Performs evaluations, assessments, and referrals for hearing aids.
Keeps accurate and comprehensive records in patients medical chart and department-based files.
Performs daily equipment biological calibrations, maintains equipment, and initiates requests for repair.
Instructs monthly patient education class.
Assists families with placement into appropriate education setting for hearing-impaired children.
Serves as a resource for hearing and vestibular assessment (and rehabilitation) to physicians, paraprofessionals, and patients regarding hearing health diagnostics and care.
Maintains professional competency.
ExperienceBasic Qualifications:
N/A
Education
Masters or Doctorate degree in Audiology required.
License, Certification, Registration
Audiologist License (California)
Basic Life Support required at hire
National Provider Identifier required at hire
Additional Requirements
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
One year of experience as an Audiologist preferred
Notes
This is a temporary position for approximately six (6) months
TO SUPPORT RIVERSIDE SERVICE AREAS: MURRIETA, MORENO VALLEY, RIVERSIDE
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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