Audiologist

Position Summary

This position provides high quality and appropriate patient care in the area of Audiology.

Position Duties

• Provides Diagnostic Audiology Assessments
  Seeks advice from other audiologists on aspects of practice as needed
  Selects appropriate diagnostic assessments, such as evoked potentials, otoacoustic emissions, tympanometry, conditioned play, etc, based on age of child, development level, reason for visit, medical history and department guidelines. Uses age appropriate communication style and language with patients. Obtains and interprets age specific audiometric data correctly using department norms. Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth progression (physical, cognitive, social, emotional) and developmental milestones
  Effectively interviews parents prior to formal evaluation and communicates results, recommendations, and financial resources to parents after evaluation in an effective manner. Involves family in care plans and educational activities.
  Makes appropriate recommendations for amplification, therapy, referral, follow up testing, educational adaptations, and home care for patients with hearing loss and for those at risk for hearing loss
• Treatment
  Seeks advice from other audiologists when treating patients with complex hearing loss, and syndromes as needed
  Selects, fits and checks hearing aids based on department guidelines. Refers appropriate patients to the cochlear implant team
  Submits correct codes to pre access for accurate insurance verification. Uses Hearing Aid and Loaner contract or tracking sheet consistently. Documents and charges for amplification within 24 hours
• Documentation
  Accurately completes documentation and charges within 24 hours.
  Completes clear concise reports using documentation templates.
  Includes appropriate professionals on cc of reports, following HIPAA guidelines.
  Enters orders for future visits
  Ensures safe handoffs via appropriate clinical information.
• Clinical Equipment
  Troubleshoots equipment, informs supervisor of equipment issues, and works with supervisor to create plan for coverage until equipment is repaired.
  Daily biologic check of all clinical equipment
• Professional Development
  Participates in huddles and staff meetings
  Participates in the development of evidence-based protocols and guidelines.
  Participates in department process improvement
  Serves on audiology committees, and specialty teams.
  May supervise a practicum student after 3 years of experience
  Acquires continuing education to increase professional growth.
  Proactively shares knowledge gained with peers
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
  

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable