Audiologist for Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

JOB SUMMARY :

This is a physician position and is responsible for applying medical knowledge and skills to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of illnesses for

patients within the Integrated Surgical Institute - Otolaryngology (ENT) specialty at CCAD. This position treats patients directly and / or may make

referrals to different members of the health care professional team at CCAD. This position is responsible for diagnosing and treating hearing and

balance-related disorders for patients of all ages.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Evaluates patients referred by a physician for diagnoses and treatment of hearing problems, including balance function and disorders

Treats most hearing impairments through modern hearing technology, including programmable and digital hearing aids and other hearing assistive technology systems

Programs cochlear implants and serves on multidisciplinary cochlear implant teams

Recommends hearing protection in industrial, military, travel, music and other settings

Provides consultation and treatment services to enable individuals to communicate effectively

Monitors and provides care to patients at CCAD within the Otolaryngology (ENT) specialty

Prescribes or administers medication, therapy and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease or injury

Analyzes records, reports and test results to diagnose patient’s medical condition

Interacts with patient to gather additional history and information about medical condition

Explains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patient

Provides specific treatments and / or performs operations to treat patient medical conditions

Evaluates patient and records applicable notes about patient’s condition for purposes of serving as a record of treatment and / or a possible referral to another member of the health care professional team

Liaisons with other medical and non-medical staff at CCAD to ensure quality patient treatment

Supplies and provides care in a culturally appropriate and sensitive manner

Takes part in administrative functions that ensure the continued operations of the clinical environment, such as committees, task forces and performance improvement measures. Follows ethical and regulatory guidelines

Provide hospital on-call inpatient coverage as deemed necessary

Adheres to individual approved clinical privileges, as well as to all policies and procedures of the Physician Staff

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

Two (2) years’ experience post qualification in the field of Audiology Sciences in a hospital, clinic or rehabilitation setting

Demonstrated expertise in specialty practice area

Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills with patients, staff and other physicians

Should meet the Maintenance of Certification requirements (where applicable)

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff

Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive data at all times

Ability to speak and write in English is required

Ability to speak and write in both English and Arabic is preferred

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS :

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Audiology

Master Degree in Speech and Hearing, or Speech Language Pathology, Speech Sciences or Communications or Audiology Disorders / Sciences is preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Typical physical demands include a moderate degree of dexterity to produce materials on a computer and mobility sufficient to attend meetings in clinical departments throughout CCAD.