Job Description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

• Mission Statement

· We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision:

· To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values:

· In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

The Audiologist provides comprehensive diagnostic, rehabilitative, and counseling services for pediatric and adult patients with hearing and balance-related concerns. This role includes performing behavioral and objective audiologic assessments, pediatric and newborn diagnostic testing, and patient- and family-centered counseling. The Audiologist evaluates, programs, and manages cochlear implants and bone conduction hearing devices, providing full-scope care from candidacy through long-term follow-up. Additional responsibilities include tinnitus evaluation and counseling, coordination of implant equipment and logistics, and close collaboration with interdisciplinary providers to ensure high-quality, integrated patient care across diverse developmental and medical needs.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE: Education & Licensure

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Audiology ( Au.D.) from an accredited program required
• Successful completion of supervised clinical practicum and fellowship (per state requirements)
• Active state licensure as an Audiologist (or eligibility for licensure) required

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnostic Audiologic Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive behavioral and objective assessments, including pure-tone and speech audiometry, immittance testing, otoacoustic emissions (OAE), and electrophysiologic testing (ABR/ASSR) to diagnose hearing loss.
• Pediatric Audiology Services: Perform pediatric diagnostic evaluations such as newborn ABR/ASSR testing, Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA), and Conditioned Play Audiometry (CPA). Demonstrate the ability to assess individuals with a wide range of developmental and cognitive abilities.
• Patient and Family Counseling: Educate patients and families regarding hearing loss, treatment options, communication strategies, and hearing conservation. Provide counseling and resources related to amplification options and Hearing Assistive Technology (HAT) systems.
• Implantable Hearing Devices: Evaluate and counsel candidates for cochlear implants and bone conduction implants. Provide full-scope clinical management of implant recipients, including device activation, eSRT measurements, ongoing programming, rehabilitation support, and troubleshooting. Manage implant-related equipment, including operating room device ordering, exchanges, replacements, and upgrades.
• Tinnitus Management: Evaluate patients with tinnitus and provide basic counseling, education, and management strategies.
• Interdisciplinary Care Coordination: Collaborate with otolaryngologists (ENTs), primary care providers, educational audiologists, Teachers of the Deaf (TODs), and Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.