UNIV - Open Rank - Pediatric Audiologist - Department of Otolaryngology

Job Description Summary

The Division of Audiology at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications for a full-time Pediatric Audiologist (Instructor level) to join our nationally recognized academic medical center. This position offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license within a collaborative, physician-integrated environment while contributing to clinical education and research.
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Why Join MUSC Audiology?

• Flexible scheduling options, including an optional 4-day work week
• Competitive academic salary
• Comprehensive state benefits package
• Generous paid leave
• Annual academic/continuing education allowance
• Access to advanced diagnostic and implantable technologies
• Active participation in clinical research
• Faculty appointment with teaching and mentorship opportunities
• Practice in historic, coastal Charleston, SC
• MUSC offers one of the most robust state benefits packages in the region, including retirement plans, health and dental coverage, disability protection, paid holidays, and professional development support.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty

Cost Center

CC000991 COM OTO Audiology & Cochlear Implant CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

This full-time faculty position includes comprehensive pediatric audiologic care across outpatient and inpatient settings. The Audiologist will primarily practice at our new Summerville, SC location, and at the R. Keith Summey Medical Pavilion in North Charleston, SC.

Clinical Responsibilities include:

Pediatric diagnostic audiologic evaluations for children 0-20 years, including infant hearing follow up screenings, sleep ABRs and sedated ABRs

Pediatric amplification selection, fitting, and management

Pediatric osseointegrated device evaluation and programming

Pediatric inpatient and outpatient diagnostic testing in coordination with ENT physician appointments

MUSC Audiology Clinical Services Include:

Behavioral audiometric assessments for all ages

Acoustic immittance

Site-of-lesion and threshold ABR

TEOAE/DPOAE

Comprehensive vestibular testing (VNG, Rotary Chair, Posturography, VEMP, vHIT)

Hearing aids

Cochlear implant and implantable hearing device programming

Academic & Research Expectations

As a faculty member within an academic medical center, the Audiologist will:

Supervise 4th-year Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) students

Provide instruction to Otolaryngology residents and interns

Deliver lectures to residents and house staff as assigned

Participate in Audiology seminars and departmental conferences

Contribute to or collaborate in ongoing clinical research

An interest in clinical research and academic growth is highly valued.

Qualifications

Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) from an accredited institution

ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-A)

South Carolina Audiology Licensure (or eligibility)

Minimum 1 year of clinical experience preferred

About MUSC

Founded in 1824, the Medical University of South Carolina is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system, integrating patient care, research, and education in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Faculty benefit from strong institutional support, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for long-term academic growth.

Questions should be directed to:

Kimberly Astrid Orr, Au.D., CCC-A
Medical University of South Carolina
135 Rutledge Ave. MSC 550
Charleston, SC 29425
Phone: 843-876-1308
Fax: 843-876-0360
Email: orrka@musc.edu

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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