What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audiologist position at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System?
Audiologist, LGHP ENT, Full-Time (Day Shift) in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States
Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
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Job Description:
Location: Lancaster, PA
Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift, 40 hours/week. M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm.
Summary:
- The audiologist will be trained and competent in basic audiology including audiologic assessments, acoustic immittance, otoacoustic emissions and will be able to diagnose and recommend appropriate treatment options for patients with communication deficits. Has awareness and knowledge of specialized audiologic skill groups and collaborates with internal staff who specialize in these advanced assessments and treatment areas.
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and recommend appropriate treatment options for patients with communication deficits
- Maintains an adequate knowledgebase and excellence in clinical care while constantly adapting to the evolving healthcare environment
- Patient care accountabilities including evaluation, counseling and treating patients of varying ages and abilities. Includes maintenance of confidentiality and provision of exemplary customer care
- Safety accountabilities including use of best practice for audiologic patient care, compliance and safety education and all service standards
- Collaborates and communicates professionally and effectively with staff and faculty within and outside of the department
- Adheres to all department and health system policies and compliance requisites
- Other duties as assigned
Credentials:
- Amer Academy Audiology Cert (Required)
- ASHA and/or AAA Certifications
Education or Equivalent Experience:
- Ph.D. (Required)
- Education Specialization: Au.D. Audiology Equivalent Experience: •Completion of Clinical Fellowship year •Pediatric audiologist experience
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
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