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RWJBarnabas Health Pediatric Audiologist - Full Time - Day - Union, NJ in Union, New Jersey
Pediatric Audiologist - Full Time - Day - Union, NJReq #:44529
Category:Speech Therapy
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department:Speech Therapy - Union
Location:
Children's Specialized Hospital (CSH), 2840 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083
Job Overview:
Performs clinical diagnostic audiologic evaluations including VRA, BOA, play audiometry, ABR, OAE and Central Auditory Processing testing to evaluate hearing status. Generates formal report on audiologic findings including recommendations. Interacts with family, other professional staff and outside referral sources in the provision of audiologic services. Follows hospital wide policies.
Qualifications:
Required:
Master s Degree in Audiology
New Jersey State Audiology License
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) issue by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
AHA BLS Provider Certification
Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, objectives and techniques employed in the diagnosis and management of hearing disorders
Ability to interface effectively with patients and families, and provide interdisciplinary collaboration
Excellent English communications skills
Computer literate (especially word processing)
Preferred:
Doctoral degree (clinical) in Audiology
Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in audiology with a pediatric population
Communication skills in extra language (e.g. Spanish or other)
Familiarity with hearing aids beneficial
Certifications and Licenses Required:
New Jersey State Audiology License
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A)
AHA BLS Provider Certification
Scheduling Requirements:
- Full Time, 40 hours/week
Essential Functions:
Performs audiological evaluations and obtains reliable and accurate results; modifies and adapts evaluation procedures according to patient capabilities.
Effectively communicates evaluation results and recommendations in both written and verbal form to parents, caregivers and other staff members as necessary.
Familiar with the operation of all audiologic equipment on site, and effectively troubleshoots when necessary. Communicates with supervisor when necessary regarding equipment concerns or operational issues.
Meets documentation requirements to keep in compliance with JCAHO and PSB guidelines.
Follows all hospital policies regarding attendance, generic competencies etc.
Communicates in job specific concerns and participates in developing solutions.
Participates in projects for the department that are consistent with the departmental and hospital goals and mission.
Provides in-service training to staff and community as requested, after authorization from the supervisor.
Meets minimum annual expected volumes
Moving wheelchair into a sound treated room, pushing a rolling cart with ABR/OAE equipment to the inpatient wing and back
Working with electrophysiologic testing equipment and at the computer analyzing waveforms and emission tracing
Awareness of cultural diversity and patient confidentiality issues
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. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at anytime with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer