Audiologist - FT Atrium Health Floyd Harbin Clinic

The Harbin Clinic in Rome, GA is actively seeking to employ a highly motivated Audiologist to join our Hearing Center. With offices located in Rome, Cartersville and Calhoun GA, this Audiologist will become part of a well-established ENT practice with internal referral sources within our multi-specialty Clinic. Position shares rotation to three office sites (Rome, Cartersville & Calhoun) along with other Audiologist. Ability to effectively build and manage relationships with our patient community is critical to the success of our practice. Must be able to easily establish rapport with children to render a successful outcome in the testing and assessment process. Must be able to work within the scope of practice guidelines and appropriately direct patients for follow-up care as their healthcare needs dictate.

Responsibilities

Performs and interprets audiological evaluations to determine the type and severity of hearing loss, vestibular disorder, or other auditory disorder; Establishes a plan of care and implements individual treatment based on evaluation results, functional goals, and by utilizing proper techniques; Prescribes and dispenses hearing aids, assistive listening devices, and hearing protection devices; Troubleshoots malfunctioning hearing aids and independently completes needed repairs or sends to the appropriate manufacturing company; Completes all required documentation following department policy, including progress notes, discharge summaries and/or other forms to record patient care as well as daily billing; Consults and counsels patients and their families regarding hearing loss, amplification, and related communication difficulties; Addresses patient complaints concerning service, products or charges, involving direct report as appropriate; Participates in performance improvement activities designed to identify and resolve problems affecting patient outcomes/satisfaction and improve quality of care; Applies insurance guidelines for proper authorization of services; Acts as a clinical and department resource; Mentors and facilitates clinical problem solving with other staff; Assists in developing training and/or clinical guidelines, and assists in the development and implementation of staff orientation, competency and educational activities; Participates in educational and training programs for students from affiliating institutions; Manages assigned caseload at all applicable locations; Informs site leadership of coverage needs and assists with coverage as needed; Assists in maintaining inventory of hearing aids and supplies necessary for smooth operations; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures

Requirements

Master's Degree in Audiology; Audiology license issued by the state in which the TM provides services; Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required; Must be licensed in the State of GA or license eligible; Excellent communication, interpersonal and listening skills; Good organizational skills; Must be able to work within the scope of practice guidelines and appropriately direct patients for follow-up care as their healthcare needs dictate; Must be able to easily establish rapport with children; Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, and squat throughout the workday; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; Ability to lift up to 10 lbs from waist to overhead; Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs at waist height a reasonable distance; Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs of force; Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present; Position requires repetitive use of hands; Must have functional use of senses to allow for effective communication; Potential for exposure to blood and body fluids through patient contact and therefore must have ability to wear protective clothing as needed

Benefits

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program