What are the responsibilities and job description for the AUDIOLOGIST I, DEPARTMENTS OF MENTAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES position at Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center?
Position exists in the Medical Department. Responsible for coordinating audiological services for individuals at Porterville Developmental Center (PDC) by administering specialized measuring devices and tests for identification of hearing impairment to the developmentally disabled. Under direction, administers diagnostic tests to identify individuals with hearing impairments and to determine the nature and extent of hearing disorders.
Individuals interested in applying must take and pass the Audiologist I examination. To view the Exam Bulletin, click the following link or copy and paste the link into your web browser: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4655
Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three (3) percent in exchange for five (5) hours per month of the Personal Leave.
This position is not eligible for telework, this position is in person only.
Temporary state housing may be available for those relocating to fill hard to recruit positions. Housing assignments and rates will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The incumbent must possess and maintain sufficient strength (lift up to 50 pounds without assistance), agility, endurance and sensory ability to perform the duties contained in the duty statement.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Ongoing interaction with individuals, personnel and the general public. Potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical nursing environment. Position may require prolonged standing, stooping, bending, lifting, repetitive hand movements, and use of pneumatic hand tools.
This position is designated as Work Week Group (WWG) E. WWG E/SE employees are expected to work as many hours as necessary to complete the work assigned. WWG E/SE employee work schedules may fluctuate at times depending on the nature and amount of work to be performed. In the absence of work requiring irregular or fluctuating hours of work, WWG E/SE employees are expected to maintain a consistent work schedule as directed by the Medical Director/Designee.