Houston Methodist
Audiologist- ENT (Willowbrook)
Houston Methodist, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
At Houston Methodist, the Audiologist position is responsible for the routine audiometric testing to support medical or nonmedical patient management; recommends and delivers aural habilitative or rehabilitative services for patients with communication disorders arising from auditory system dysfunction. This position counsels patients about hearing health and the possible need for treatment/management.
Houston Methodist Standard
PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVEDRefer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONSProvide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:
INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs.ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value.EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.
Practices the Caring and Serving ModelDelivers personalized service using HM Service StandardsProvides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words)Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees' experiential journeys to ensure strong communication, ease of access to information, and a seamless experience.Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given jobDisplays cultural humility, diversity, equity and inclusion principlesActively supports the organization's vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE valuesResponsibilities
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides follow-up care and counseling to patients and their families.Administers and interprets auditory evoked potential studies as well as electronystagmography and video stag mography assessments. Utilizes supervisory support as appropriate.Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity and inclusion principles Takes an active role to positively affect employee satisfaction within the department by creating a positive work environment for improvement of department scores for employee engagement.SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Accurately administers and interprets fundamental audiometric evaluation.Recommends appropriate audiological services for patients. Selects, validates, and dispenses appropriate assistive technology.Performs, evaluates, and documents equipment calibration as assigned. Modifies test battery as appropriate for each individual patient.QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Actively participates in Performance Improvement planning and efforts. Works consistently to improve systems and processes and identify trends, using situational awareness for teachable moments to improve safety with colleagues.FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Tracks, requests, and orders supplies as needed.Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Participates in training to update or share knowledge of new hearing or balance disorder treatment methods or technologies.Maintains personal professional development through organization membership, attendance at seminars, workshops and other educational programs, to ensure awareness of current developments and trends in practice of audiology.Identifies and assumes responsibility of own learning needs and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Graduate degree (AuD) in Audiology or Communication Disorders with a major in AudiologyWORK EXPERIENCE
One year of Medical Audiology experienceHearing aid dispensing preferredLicense/Certification
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
AUDIO - Audiologist - State Licensure
ANDBLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)
ANDTexas Department of Health Infant Screener registration within 90 days
ANDASHA-CCC-SLP - AHSA-Certified Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology within 90 days
ORAAA - American Academy of Audiology- Certified by Amer Board of Audiology within 90 daysKSA/ Supplemental Data
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsAbility to work independently, capable of handling challenging/difficult therapy procedures and patient care situations; demonstrates sound judgmentExhibits excellent delivery of customer service to all patients, visitors and co-workers; demonstrates ability to establish and maintain highly effective professional relationships with peersDemonstrates excellent time/project management skills and ability to effectively coordinate efforts and outcomesSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
Uniform NoScrubs YesBusiness professional YesOther (department approved) YesON-CALL**Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
On Call* NoTRAVEL****Travel specifications may vary by department**
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area NoMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group - As one of the nation's leading hospitals and academic medical centers Houston Methodist has brought together some of the nation's leading experts in multiple specialties to serve our patients. As part of Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group (HMSPG), these specialists not only provide excellent clinical care, but are on the forefront of research, developing leading-edge technologies and treatments, and teaching the medical pioneers of tomorrow. This combination of clinical service, research and academics ensures patients have access to the latest in treatments and technologies while providing the best in comprehensive patient care. Established as a non-profit corporation and certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, HMSPG enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to their clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
At Houston Methodist, the Audiologist position is responsible for the routine audiometric testing to support medical or nonmedical patient management; recommends and delivers aural habilitative or rehabilitative services for patients with communication disorders arising from auditory system dysfunction. This position counsels patients about hearing health and the possible need for treatment/management.
Houston Methodist Standard
PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVEDRefer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONSProvide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:
INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs.ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value.EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.
Practices the Caring and Serving ModelDelivers personalized service using HM Service StandardsProvides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words)Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees' experiential journeys to ensure strong communication, ease of access to information, and a seamless experience.Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given jobDisplays cultural humility, diversity, equity and inclusion principlesActively supports the organization's vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE valuesResponsibilities
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides follow-up care and counseling to patients and their families.Administers and interprets auditory evoked potential studies as well as electronystagmography and video stag mography assessments. Utilizes supervisory support as appropriate.Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity and inclusion principles Takes an active role to positively affect employee satisfaction within the department by creating a positive work environment for improvement of department scores for employee engagement.SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Accurately administers and interprets fundamental audiometric evaluation.Recommends appropriate audiological services for patients. Selects, validates, and dispenses appropriate assistive technology.Performs, evaluates, and documents equipment calibration as assigned. Modifies test battery as appropriate for each individual patient.QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Actively participates in Performance Improvement planning and efforts. Works consistently to improve systems and processes and identify trends, using situational awareness for teachable moments to improve safety with colleagues.FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Tracks, requests, and orders supplies as needed.Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Participates in training to update or share knowledge of new hearing or balance disorder treatment methods or technologies.Maintains personal professional development through organization membership, attendance at seminars, workshops and other educational programs, to ensure awareness of current developments and trends in practice of audiology.Identifies and assumes responsibility of own learning needs and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Graduate degree (AuD) in Audiology or Communication Disorders with a major in AudiologyWORK EXPERIENCE
One year of Medical Audiology experienceHearing aid dispensing preferredLicense/Certification
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
AUDIO - Audiologist - State Licensure
ANDBLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)
ANDTexas Department of Health Infant Screener registration within 90 days
ANDASHA-CCC-SLP - AHSA-Certified Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology within 90 days
ORAAA - American Academy of Audiology- Certified by Amer Board of Audiology within 90 daysKSA/ Supplemental Data
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsAbility to work independently, capable of handling challenging/difficult therapy procedures and patient care situations; demonstrates sound judgmentExhibits excellent delivery of customer service to all patients, visitors and co-workers; demonstrates ability to establish and maintain highly effective professional relationships with peersDemonstrates excellent time/project management skills and ability to effectively coordinate efforts and outcomesSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
Uniform NoScrubs YesBusiness professional YesOther (department approved) YesON-CALL**Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
On Call* NoTRAVEL****Travel specifications may vary by department**
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area NoMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group - As one of the nation's leading hospitals and academic medical centers Houston Methodist has brought together some of the nation's leading experts in multiple specialties to serve our patients. As part of Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group (HMSPG), these specialists not only provide excellent clinical care, but are on the forefront of research, developing leading-edge technologies and treatments, and teaching the medical pioneers of tomorrow. This combination of clinical service, research and academics ensures patients have access to the latest in treatments and technologies while providing the best in comprehensive patient care. Established as a non-profit corporation and certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, HMSPG enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to their clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.