Assistant Professor of Clinical - Otolaryngology, Audiology

Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet. The Assistant Professor of Clinical Audiology administers and interprets a variety of tests, such as air and bone conduction, and speech reception and discrimination tests, to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment, as well as contributes positively to the visibility, academic and research standing of the department. Primary specialties are vestibular and diagnostics. For this role, the audiologist must be prepared and comfortable in running a clinic independently. Travel to satellite clinics may be required. Bilingual is preferred. Occasional flexibility to cover for different audiology clinics in the absence of a co-worker is required. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: To provide Diagnostic Audiology and Rehabilitation services Selects, administers, and interprets auditory tests. High Frequency Audiometry where indicated Middle ear function testing Diagnostic audiology testing for differential diagnosis of cochlear/retro-cochlear hearing loss Tests for non-organic hearing loss Testing for Noise Induced Hearing Loss To promote best practice in the field To be competent in all areas of dispensing and patient aftercare To be competent in the management of information, including daily company reports and Information technologies To operate in line with company policies, procedures and current legislation at all times To commit to the company belief of providing the highest levels of service and aftercare to all Patients’. Communicates with other healthcare professionals where necessary to ensure that all patients are provided with the best advice To use appropriate outcome measures, both subjective and objective to ensure hearing instruments are providing maximum benefit and to use evidence based practice to support this Use of Real Ear Measurement equipment including Live Speech Mapping to validate and verify hearing instrument fittings To commit to lifelong learning to ensure that you keep up to date with the latest developments in Audiology To produce reports and letters for other healthcare providers and legal representatives summarizing the appropriate care plans selected for a patient. To provide education and training for other healthcare professionals and support staff to assist with maintaining the company profile. To be responsible for daily maintenance of test equipment and arrange calibration as and when required To provide ear care and wax removal where required (appropriate training will be provided) To follow best practice principles with regard to infection control in the workplace To provide other clinical duties as appropriate Compiles test results, behavioral observation and information to make recommendations. Identifies and refers patients for speech-language, educational, medical, psychological, social and vocational services. Selects ear mold, personal amplification, and/or assistive listening devices. In-depth knowledge of several hearing aid manufacturers, Oticon, GN Resound and Phonak in particular and BAHA Schedules direct and indirect service activities. Maintains client records at all stages, including initial evaluation and discharge. Documents all professional and clinical reports in a timely manner. Utilizes local, state, national and funding agency regulations to makes decisions regarding service eligibility. Conducts research on auditory topics. Participates in conference, forums or training to update or share knowledge of new hearing or speech disorder treatment methods. Works with multi-disciplinary teams to assess and rehabilitate recipients of implanted hearing devices. Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations. May conduct and participate in research, including presenting at national and local conferences. May train students and externs. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of and ability to apply auditory principles, procedures, and techniques Knowledge of auditory agents used in patient treatments Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat hearing or speech disorders. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Performs in tactful and professional manner. Motivated and focused on achieving own goals Confident about working within a team and autonomously Commercially aware, and happy to offer the client the best solution for any given problem Dedicated to exemplary customer service to ensure client satisfaction. Excellent communication skills, with empathy and patience. Desire to do provide the best service and advice to the best of your abilities Education Requirements (Essential Requirements): Doctorate of Audiology degree required.  Current/valid Florida Audiologist license required. Work Experience Requirements (Essential Requirements): One year of audiologist-related experience is required. Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet. 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