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Posted: 18-Jan-25
Location: Durham, North Carolina
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Internal Number: 252635
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Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
This is a full-time clinical audiologist position. Experience in both pediatric & adult diagnostics, electrophysiology & hearing aids preferred.
General Description of the Job Class
Evaluate hearing of patients with ear abnormalities and/or auditory disorders through case history, clinical observation and diagnostic tests of auditory function; plan and participate in habilitative and rehabilitative programs for patients with auditory disorders.
Duties and Responsibilities of this Level
CLINICIAN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Independently maintains a clinical caseload in designated clinical area
Provides evidence-based evaluation and treatment to diverse, medically challenging patient populations
Provides quality service delivery techniques that facilitate optimum services to meet patient needs being sensitive to patients age, social, cultural, educational and vocational background
Completes required documentation accurately and within the designated time frame which may include report writing, billing, and/ or professional education database
Works collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team as well as with Division colleagues to promote best care of the patient
Participates in the peer review process
Participates in performance improvement initiatives within assigned work area under the supervision of Clinical Coordinator
Takes initiative to remain current in clinical practice through lectures, literature, and other educational opportunities
Organizes daily schedule to prioritize responsibilities including the integration of meetings, responsibilities, or tasks into schedule without negative impact on patient care or productivity
Maintains confidentiality pertaining to patient care and all Division policies and procedures
Keeps Clinical Coordinator informed of activities, problems, and/or accomplishments
Functions in a self-directed manner and takes ownership to manage self and work including responsibility for actions and accountability for results
Maintains professional demeanor and is responsible for quality care in all interactions
Responds promptly to communication (e.g., e-mail, pages and phone messages)
Uses technology (e.g., computer skills) to meet job requirements
Maintains productivity standards
Completes clinical privileges consistent with job responsibilities and personal development plan
Performs duties/ tasks/ assignments as directed to support Division goals or needs
Meets all PEP expectations and follows all Division policies and procedures
Meets and adheres to ASHA, state licensure board and Division clinical practice guidelines
SENIOR CLINICIAN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In addition to all duties and responsibilities of a Clinical Audiologist, a Senior Clinician is also responsible for the following:
Creates a direct impact/change on clinical practice based on current literature, conference-based knowledge, and/or state of the art practice under the direction of Clinical Coordinator
Serves as a clinical resource to colleagues and other medical professionals
Assists the Clinical Coordinator in building collaborative relationships and teamwork between colleagues and other professional staff within and external to DUHS
Provides educational opportunities relevant to clinical practice which may include inservices, external presentations, lunch and learn, or support groups with the input of the Clinical Coordinator
Obtains specialized training or certification
When requested, serves as a mentor for new staff, clinical fellows, students, or student observers
When requested, provides opportunities for student observation
Under direction of Clinical Coordinator, assists in providing training to clinical staff in new or advanced skills
Under direction of Clinical Coordinator , assists with new staff credentialing and/or orientation in specified clinical area
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education
Work requires a Doctorate in Audiology or a Master's degree in Audiology.
Experience
No experience required. 4th year AuD Externship/Residency is considered relevant clinical experience.
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
-- NC licensure as an Audiologist and a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or Board Certified in Audiology (ABOA) or; -- Temporary license (4th year Audiologist) in Audiology issued by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists. Full license: after completion of 4th year (must obtain prior to expiration of temporary license)
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