What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hearing Aid Specialist position at Community Hearing Services?
Company Description Community Hearing Services is a patient-centered hearing care practice committed to treating every individual with the same respect and attention as a family member. The practice focuses on supporting people in surrounding communities who are experiencing hearing loss, aiming to enrich their daily lives through improved hearing. With an established presence in the areas it serves, Community Hearing Services emphasizes fair, personalized, and outcome-focused hearing care. The team is guided by strong values and professional discipline to ensure each patient receives high-quality, individualized hearing solutions.
Role Description The Hearing Aid Specialist is a part-time, on-site role based in Yonkers, NY. This role involves performing hearing tests, assisting with audiometric evaluations, and recommending appropriate hearing aid solutions based on patient needs. The specialist will fit, adjust, and troubleshoot hearing aids, provide clear instructions on device use and care, and maintain accurate patient records. Daily responsibilities include delivering attentive customer service, educating patients and families about hearing health, coordinating follow-up visits, and working closely with clinical staff to support comprehensive hearing care.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess skills in Audiology and Audiometry to support accurate hearing assessments and device fittings.
- Candidates should possess skills in Hearing Tests and Speech evaluation to help determine appropriate hearing solutions and communication strategies.
- Candidates should possess strong Customer Service skills to provide compassionate, patient-focused care and clear communication.
- Relevant qualifications such as state licensure or certification as a Hearing Aid Specialist (where required), experience in a clinical or hearing care setting, and familiarity with modern hearing aid technology and software.
- Additional beneficial qualifications include attention to detail in documentation, ability to work collaboratively within a small practice environment, and a commitment to ethical, non-discriminatory patient care.