Position Summary:
The clinical supervisor and externship coordinator in Audiology is responsible for the clinical teaching and supervision of undergraduate and graduate students, the evaluation and treatment of clients, and the coordination of clinical externships for the program. This position supports both on-campus and off-campus training experiences, serves as a liaison to externship sites, and ensures compliance with accreditation and university requirements.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Provides clinical teaching and supervision of undergraduate and graduate audiology students in on-campus and off-campus settings.
Performs audiologic evaluations, treatments, and follow-up care.
Provides audiologic support services to Mobile Health Central and school personnel.
Teaches academic courses such as AUD 759, 769, 849, 995, or others as assigned.
Coordinates student placements, including:
- securing and monitoring second-year summer and fourth-year externships.
- maintaining and updating the Clinical Externship Manual; educating students on externship rules and expectations.
- vetting externship sites, coordinating affiliation agreements, onboarding processes, and certificates of insurance with the College of Health Professions clinical compliance coordinator.
- conducting regular site visits and tracking placement needs in consultation with program leadership.
Manages site and accreditation requirements, including:
- maintaining placement databases and Calipso records.
- registering supervisors and students, verifying ASHA certification and licensure, and completing semester checklists.
- reviewing supervisor evaluations, addressing concerns, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.
Serves as liaison among students, faculty, preceptors, and clinical sites, providing communication, guidance, and troubleshooting.
Reviews placement feedback and implements strategies for continuous improvement.
Attends university, college, department, and division meetings as appropriate.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Doctoral Degree in Audiology (AuD and/or PhD) or Master’s Degree in Audiology (MA/MS), if obtained prior to 2007.
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) or proven eligibility upon hire.
Current Michigan License in Audiology or proven eligibility upon hire.
Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of audiology practice (e.g., diagnostics, amplification, electrophysiology, cochlear implants, auditory processing, vestibular assessment, or related areas).
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relations.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Three years of professional experience as an audiologist.
Two years of experience in the clinical supervision of audiology students.
Experience coordinating externships, clinical placements, or academic practicum sites.
Familiarity with clinical education management systems (e.g., Calipso).
Message to Applicants:
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU’s mission, vision, and leadership standards.
You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.
Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit letters of recommendation. If you wish to include recommendation letter(s) that are not required, please utilize the Recommendation Letters upload field.
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EEO Statement:
CMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and institution. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.
CMU does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, including admission and employment, and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 not to discriminate in such a matter.
Occupation Classification Requirements:
- Audiologist
Contact
Nicole FergusonCentral Michigan University
Phone: 989-774-3954