Audiologist

Charlotte Eye Ear Nose & Throat Associates is looking to add a general Audiologist to support our patients in our SouthPark, Belmont, Blakaney, Fort Mill, Huntersville, Lancaster, Matthews, Monroe, Rock Hill, Steele Creek, University, and Uptown offices. We are looking for Audiologists who embody CEENTA's core values and are eager to provide excellent patient care to both pediatric and adult populations. In addition to a competitive base salary, generous benefits and PTO accruals, Audiologists at CEENTA are eligible for a lucrative quarterly incentive plan. 

Primary Objective 

The Audiologist provides diagnostic and rehabilitation services which help increase CEENTA patients’ overall quality of life through the sense of hearing.

Essential Functions 

• Perform diagnostic Audiology procedures including, comprehensive audiometric evaluations, speech audiometry, tympanometry, acoustic reflexes, acoustic reflex decay, otoacoustic emissions, visual reinforcement audiometry, for patient age ranges from pediatrics to senior populations.
• Provide appropriate recommendations and counseling regarding hearing rehabilitation of amplification devices/accessories and assistive listening devices.
• Provide on-going patient services in the maintenance, programming and repairing of amplification devices/accessories and assistive listening devices.
• Provide appropriate referrals especially ENT providers, Cochlear Implant and Pediatric Specialties.
• Develop and maintain a working relationship with outside referral organizations and third-party payers.
• Maintain and complete all appropriate documentation within Epic and required clinical forms.
• Work closely with all CEENTA providers and staff members to create a rewarding patient experience.
• Provide guidance in the daily responsibilities of the Audiology Assistant, if applicable.
• May be a member of the Cochlear Implant Specialty team to perform appropriate Cochlear Implant appointments and equipment maintenance.
• May be a member of the Pediatric Specialty team to perform appropriate Pediatric appointments, amplification device maintenance and Pediatric Sleep-deprived ABRs.
• May be a member of the Evoked Potential Specialty to perform VNG/ENGs, ABRs and Ecog testing.
• Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the position
• The ability to work on-site
• Predictable, reliable, and prompt attendance

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to use Noah.
• Proficiency in Electronic Medical Record systems (Epic preferred)
• Ability to use Microsoft Word and Teams.
• Ability to communicate professionally (written and verbal).

Core Competencies

• Active learner
• Attention to detail
• Building patient loyalty
• Effective communicator
• Patient Focused

Clinical Competencies 

• Ability to operate appropriate Audiology Equipment to perform diagnostic Audiology procedures.
• Staying adverse in the advancements with software and of amplification devices/accessories and assistive listening devices.

Training Period

The training period will cover training with Epic, CEENTA’s policies and procedures and hearing aid manufacture software and devices.  Depending on training availability, training will be approximately one month.

Accountability

Our mission is to be the premier eye, ear, nose, and throat group providing comprehensive, quality, and ethical healthcare to all in the Carolinas; to provide a favorable environment for the delivery of healthcare; and to provide for the wellbeing of the physicians and the employees of Charlotte Eye Ear Nose & Throat Associates, P.A.

The Audiologist with provide specialized diagnostic hearing testing and hearing rehabilitation to enhance the quality of life for CEENTA’s patient population. 

Education

Masters in Audiology required,  Au.D preferred.  

Experience

Required clinical experience for obtaining Masters in Audiology or Au.D.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

South Carolina/North Carolina Audiology License.

ASHA Clinical Competency Certification preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Audiologists function in a busy medical office where they will be in contact with patients and family members throughout the day. 

Supervision

The Audiologist reports to the Audiology Program Manager. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Full-time, exempt position. Schedule will be Monday-Friday 40 hours per week. 

Physical and Mental Requirements

The physical and mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: 

• Ability to spend approximately 20% of the work day standing and walking with guiding patients to and from waiting areas and doctor exam rooms and standing while using the Audiology lab area.
• Ability to spend approximately 80% of the work day sitting for periods of time while in patient appointments and completing admin work.
• Ability to occasionally provide help transporting patients in wheelchairs to appropriate Audiology areas with the ability to push at least 140 lbs.

Mental Demands:

• Ability to problem solve and provide appropriate recommendations for patient care.
• Ability to be flexible while maintaining a provider’s schedule.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to have sensitivity and discretion while providing hearing services to patients.
• Ability to always maintain a professional demeanor.

Travel

Ability to travel to different CEENTA’s clinical sites when needed.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. In addition to those essential functions identified above, individuals in this position are also responsible for performing other duties or tasks that may be assigned.

CEENTA retains the discretion to ad or change the essential job functions of this position at any time without notice.

A Typical Day in the Position

Using the Epic Audiology schedule for a daily reference, the Audiologist completes scheduled patient appointments.  These appointments consist of a rotating mixture of diagnostic testing and providing rehabilitation services throughout the day.  The Audiologist also maintains needed daily responsibilities as setting up for needed appointments, answering emails/voicemails, completing amplification duties and completing additional unscheduled appointments when needed.