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Full-Time Audiologist — Private Practice
Location: Frankfort, Illinois
Employment Type: Full-Time
Practice Setting: Independent Private Practice
About Our Practice
We are a growing, patient-focused private audiology practice committed to providing exceptional hearing healthcare in a welcoming, personalized environment. We believe in taking the time to understand each patient's unique hearing needs and providing individualized solutions that improve communication, confidence, and quality of life.
We are seeking a full-time Audiologist to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an audiologist who values clinical independence, meaningful patient relationships, and the opportunity to grow within a private-practice environment.
Position Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive diagnostic hearing evaluations for adult patients.
Perform and interpret audiologic testing, including pure-tone, speech, and immittance testing.
Counsel patients and families regarding hearing loss, treatment options, and communication strategies.
Recommend, fit, program, and dispense hearing aids and other hearing technology as clinically appropriate.
Perform hearing aid cleanings, repairs, adjustments, and follow-up care.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient's hearing needs and lifestyle.
Establish strong, long-term relationships with patients and their families.
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals when appropriate.
Participate in community outreach, hearing screenings, and practice growth initiatives.
Maintain compliance with Illinois licensure requirements and applicable professional standards.
What We're Looking For
Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree from an accredited program.
Current or eligible Illinois Audiology license.
Strong clinical and interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities.
Commitment to providing ethical, evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Comfortable working independently while being part of a collaborative private-practice team.
Experience with hearing aid technology and dispensing is preferred.
New graduates are welcome to apply.
What We Offer
Competitive base salary with an opportunity for additional performance-based compensation.
Full-time schedule with a healthy work-life balance.
Comprehensive benefits package, including [health insurance / dental / vision / retirement plan].
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
Audiology equipment and technology to support excellent patient care.
Supportive, collegial private-practice environment.
Opportunity to develop long-term patient relationships.
Opportunity for professional growth and increased responsibility within the practice.
No corporate production-line environment — quality patient care comes first.
Compensation
Starting salary: $80,000-100,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications, plus [bonus/commission structure, if applicable].
Why Join Us?
If you are an audiologist who wants to practice audiology the way it should be practiced—with adequate time for patients, individualized treatment recommendations, and a strong emphasis on relationships—we would love to hear from you.
You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients while building a rewarding career in an established Illinois private practice.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume/CV and a brief cover letter describing your clinical experience and why you are interested in joining our practice.
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000