What are the responsibilities and job description for the 4th Year Extern position at Hearing and Speech Center?
Living life amplified means that we are actively participating in our lives and enhancing the lives of those around us. The choices we make, the goals we have, and the people we cherish all strengthen and drive us.
At Hearing and Speech Center our goal is for our patients to hear to their fullest potential. We accomplish this using the best technology available, fit by qualified and knowledgeable providers, and maintained by trained and caring staff. Our greatest reward is seeing our patients living life amplified.
4th Year Extern
Overview:
The Audiology Extern will observe and participate in the administering of diagnostic audiological tests that allow the differentiation between types of hearing disorders. The Audiology Extern will provide hearing aid testing, selection and fitting to all populations (per program guidelines). The Audiology Extern will sit in with Audiologists as they counsel patients regarding test results and review options that best meet their hearing care needs. Performs hearing aid testing, selection, and fitting to all populations. Reviews pricing and sale of hearing aids as a part of the patient education process.
Qualifications:
- Current AuD student at an accredited college or university
- Must be able to organize time and prioritize numerous duties within strict deadlines
- Requires the ability to deal with numerous interruptions
- Must engage with patients in a caring and respectful manner