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Audiologist - Lorain Otolaryngology - Physician Office

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. 

The Audiologist is responsible for performing all audiologic and neurological procedures, within their scope of practice.  They work collaboratively with different entities throughout Bon Secours Mercy Health to deliver high quality services to the patients they come in contact with.

Job Accountabilities:  Essential

1.  Performs all audiologic procedures including, but not limited to, hearing evaluations, electronystagmography, immittance testing, hearing aid evaluations, site-of-lesion testing, evoked potentials, hearing aid fittings/checks/repairs, Cochlear Implant services, nursing home testing, preschool testing, otoacoustic emissions and industrial testing.

    Responsible for the development/implementation of Evoked Potential Testing.

Schedules all audiologic and neurologic procedures.  Transcribes all dictated reports.  Copies, mails, faxes, and files all reports in a timely manner.Records patient care results in the medical record and keeps copies of the results and reports for continuity of care.Analyzes and interprets test results and provides written explanation for the referring physician, agency, etc.Makes recommendations from the test interpretation for patient management.Provides patient/family counseling.

2.  Responsible for the development, implementation, and expansion of:

The Hearing Aid Dispensing Program.The Infant Hearing Screening Assessment Program, in compliance with the Ohio State Law.The Hearing Monitoring Program for the Extended care facilities.The Hearing Testing Program for DayCare/Preschool facilities.The Hearing Testing, and Conservation Program for in-house and area industries.The Infant Universal Hearing Screening Program, for all newborns/. moms, prior to discharge.

3.  Quality of work

Operates /maintains all equipment in the department.  Is compliant with the ANSI standards.  Initiates maintenance requisitions to repair equipment, furniture and building fixtures.Assists with the development of the operating and capital budget for the department.Responsible for the collecting, analyzing and reporting of QA data in the department.Initiates, reviews, and revises the department’s policies and procedures.Clinical adjunct for KSU students doing externships at SJHC.Performs computer/entry functions.Verifies patient insurance information for coverage of tests.Participates in maintaining insurance contracts to remain a provider for insurance companies

 Job Requirements  

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology and AudiologyMaster’s degree in Audiology or its equivalentCertified Audiologist through the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association.Licensed Audiologist/Speech pathologist in the state of Ohio

EXPERIENCE:

Desired:

Previous Audiology/Speech Pathology experienceComputer literacy

Ongoing:

Maintains required amount of CEU’s for licensure.Maintains current license and certification.Maintains required health screensMaintains current BLSAttends mandatory education programs

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL:

     Knowledge and skill required to perform the job responsibilities for both technical and dimensional content. 

Has in-depth knowledge of a specialized technical or administrative field, or a broad working knowledge of a professional field.Analyzes and interprets complicated information.Determines a course of action based on general guidelines.May modify existing forms, procedures, or methods.May use highly sophisticated equipment requiring extensive training.

PROBLEM SOLVING/DECISION MAKING:

     The degree to which judgment and analysis must be exercised in planning, investigating issues, and evaluating alternative solutions to the challenges posed by the job. 

 Makes decisions based on analysis of facts and general principles.

Receives guidance through broad policy only and has varied courses of action available.Requires risk-taking and judgment to adapt existing philosophy or practices.

SCOPE OF IMPACT/ACCOUNTABILITY:

     The potential impact of actions on results and the job’s accountability for achieving results.

Impacts multiple work areas on a day-to-day basis.Provides information regularly to decision-making process.Has little or no responsibility for committing resources (financial or staff) in work area(s) but performs analysis and makes recommendations

    

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION:

     The nature and frequency of interpersonal human relations skills required by the job.  The extent to which the job requires cooperation and tact in meeting or influencing others by phone, correspondence, or personal contact.

Coaches others by providing constructive feedback.Exchanges non-routine information/technical details with others who may not be completely knowledgeable of subject area.Requires sensitivity and tact to present/defend controversial information.

Job Accountabilities:  Other

1.  Recognizes the role of an Audiologist in and out of the department.  Acts as a resource person for other departments.

2.  Attends required staff meetings and inservices.

3.  Maintains minimum competencies.

4.  Sits on various committees, and works on projects.

5.  Maintains the department in a clean, organized, and safe place to work.

6.  Performs other duties as assigned.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com