University of Utah
PS Clinical Audiologist
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
This position provides comprehensive services related to prevention, identification, assessment and management of disorders of auditory and balance systems. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care. This position will be located at South Jordan Health Center.Responsibilities
Determines appropriate audiometric tests and assesses hearing status.Counsels patients or families regarding audiometric test results, hearing loss, intervention, and rehabilitation.Recommends and coordinates referrals.Documents hearing assessment results.Maintains and calibrates department equipment used for evaluation.May evaluate patient need for a hearing device. Determines type of device.May fit, program and maintain hearing equipment.Performs sound level measurements of areas within the hospital and clinics when necessary.Leads in-services or instruction for medical staff.Records and submits billing information for services and sales.May develop reports and maintain department program information.Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.Knowledge of evaluating and treating hearing disorders by determining the appropriate testing and providing intervention techniques, hearing aids, aural habilitation or rehabilitation.Ability to provide care as defined by licensure and refers to another health care professional when beyond the scope of training.Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.Minimum Qualifications
Required:Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.Current licensure in Audiology from the State of Utah.Preferred:Additional experience and training may be required in specialty areas.Additional Information
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.Contact Information
University Human Resource Management250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111Contact us: (801) 581-2169By Email: employment@utah.edu
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Determines appropriate audiometric tests and assesses hearing status.Counsels patients or families regarding audiometric test results, hearing loss, intervention, and rehabilitation.Recommends and coordinates referrals.Documents hearing assessment results.Maintains and calibrates department equipment used for evaluation.May evaluate patient need for a hearing device. Determines type of device.May fit, program and maintain hearing equipment.Performs sound level measurements of areas within the hospital and clinics when necessary.Leads in-services or instruction for medical staff.Records and submits billing information for services and sales.May develop reports and maintain department program information.Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.Knowledge of evaluating and treating hearing disorders by determining the appropriate testing and providing intervention techniques, hearing aids, aural habilitation or rehabilitation.Ability to provide care as defined by licensure and refers to another health care professional when beyond the scope of training.Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.Minimum Qualifications
Required:Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.Current licensure in Audiology from the State of Utah.Preferred:Additional experience and training may be required in specialty areas.Additional Information
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.Contact Information
University Human Resource Management250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111Contact us: (801) 581-2169By Email: employment@utah.edu
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