What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audiology Assistant position at Johns Hopkins Medicine?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Audiology Assistant performs clinical duties under the direct supervision of licensed audiologist for which the assistant has been specifically trained and is authorized to perform according to the State of Florida certification requirements. The position is not licensed to make decisions regarding the diagnosis, management and/or future dispositions of patients.
Hours: 30 Hours Per Week, Part-Time
Location: Apollo Beach, FL
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Assists in the following services that are planned, designed and supervised:
- Conducts basic hearing testing without diagnostic interpretation
- Conducts impedance audiometric testing
- Assists in the evaluation of difficult to test patients
- Records Case history information
- Assists in conducting real ear measurements
- Assists in Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) and Ototacoustic Emissions testing (OAE)
- Reports changes in client performance or hearing aid performance to the licensed audiologist
2. Completes screening procedures
3. Prepares clinical materials and test environment for audiologist (i.e.: data entry, maintains supplies inventory, sound check and infection control)
4. Performs clerical functions necessary to maintain clinical record
5. Participates in research projects, in-service training, public relations programs, or similar activities as planned, designed and directed by licensee.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in communication disorders or related field in speech-language pathology or audiology required.
- Audiology Assistant licensure must be obtained prior to the start date of this role
Salary Range: Minimum 19.02/hour - Maximum 30.44/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
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