Job Description
Job DescriptionAt Augusta Hearing & Balance, our mission is to reignite the spark of life's genuine moments by enabling individuals to hear and engage fully in their surroundings. As we embark on an exciting new chapter, we seek an experienced Audiologist to take the lead in caring for our patients. This role presents a unique opportunity to manage and expand our practice while providing expert care to needy individuals. If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others, we invite you to join us on this journey of care and innovation.Position Summary:
The Audiologist at Augusta Hearing & Balance will be able to lead the practice, working with a team of professionals to deliver exceptional care to our patients. You will conduct thorough assessments, provide counseling, fit and calibrate hearing aids, and maintain the quality of care our patients have come to expect. We also offer the potential for the Audiologist to administer telehealth services, enabling us to reach patients who may not be able to visit in person.Essential Functions:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments: Perform various hearing tests to assess patients' hearing abilities and degree of hearing loss.
- Diagnose and educate: Based on test results, diagnose hearing or balance disorders and communicate findings with patients, educating them about their condition and treatment options.
- Hearing aid fitting and calibration: Select, fit, and program hearing aids based on the patient’s unique hearing profile, optimizing sound quality for the best possible hearing experience.
- Maintenance and repair: Perform in-house hearing aid maintenance or repair services in collaboration with manufacturers to ensure ongoing patient satisfaction.
- Patient education and counseling: Counsel patients and their families on hearing conservation strategies, communication techniques, and improving their quality of life despite hearing or balance challenges.
- Lead the practice: Provide leadership and direction for the practice, ensuring high standards of care and building a strong patient-provider relationship.
Salary:
Competitive salary based on experience, with growth potential. We are committed to offering a rewarding and supportive work environment.Qualifications:
- Educational Requirements: An Audiology Degree is preferred. M.A. or M.S. is desired.
- Experience: Strong diagnostic and hearing aid software/product experience is a plus.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work effectively with diverse patients, colleagues, and vendor populations.
- Empathy: A genuine desire to help individuals with hearing impairment improve their quality of life.
- Independence and Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Self-Starter: Curiosity, creativity, and strong organizational skills are essential.
- Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with hearing aid manufacturers and technology is a plus.
Additional Benefits:
- Student Loan Assistance: Potential for up to $1,000 per month towards student loan repayment, with maximum annual assistance of $12,000 to help you reduce your educational debt while advancing your career.
- Please DO NOT contact the practice directly regarding your application status. If you are selected for the next step, HR will email you directly.
- Job Type: Full-time
- Licensure: Will pay candidates for Georgia licensure if they are licensed in another state.
Please DO NOT contact the practice directly regarding application status. If you are selected for the next step, HR will contact you directly via email.