Educational Audiologist

EDUCATIONAL AUDIOLOGIST

POSITION DESCRIPTION :

Job Description :

Essential Functions include, but are not limited to the following :

• Examine students with ear, hearing or balance and other related problems.
• Assess exam results and diagnose the student.
• Provide interpretation of audiological test results and make recommendations as a part of the IEP team.
• Selects and fits appropriate classroom amplifications.
• Monitors the progress of students with hearing loss, use of amplification and makes appropriate adjustments, as needed.
• Determine the best course of treatment, taking the student’s educational needs and concerns into consideration.
• Participate as a member of the IEP team to make decisions regarding students’ educational needs and services.
• Provide counseling for the student, staff and close family members on how to best listen and communicate using methods such as lip reading or technology.
• Evaluate and follow up on the student’s condition and record any developments.
• Consult with school staff and family regarding student needs in relation to hearing loss and accessing their education.
• Educate students on ways to prevent hearing loss. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :
• Knowledge of the fundamental principles, methods and techniques for evaluating students’ hearing.
• Understanding of the etiology, psychology, problems and needs of students with hearing losses.
• Knowledge of speech and language development in students with hearing losses and the relationship of hearing losses to personality and emotional development.
• Skill in speech reading and auditory training techniques.
• Skill in the selection, evaluation of performance characteristics and the use of classroom amplification systems, hearing aids and other audiological equipment.
• Skill in interpreting and reporting audiometric, audiologic and related behavioral test data.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and District personnel.
• Knowledge of in-service resources and ability to implement them.
• Ability to compose and comprehend written communication.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability and socioeconomic groups.
• Ability to travel to other sites or locations.

SKILLS are required to perform multiple technical tasks, and occasionally, skills need to be upgraded to meet changing job conditions.

ABILITY to maintain proper discipline and control; develop effective interpersonal skills with parents, children and staff; understand and utilize appropriate evaluation instruments; be responsive to needs and concerns of parents and to encourage their participation in their child’s educational program; communicate clearly and concisely in English, both orally and in writing; consult effectively with parents, students, staff and other agencies; create a positive listening environment; work independently with little direction; meet demanding schedules and timelines; deal with sensitive and difficult situations; demonstrate intellectual capabilities in order to reach and make sound logical decisions, and contributions; maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with staff, the public, and other agency personnel; perform overtime as needed and perform job safely.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands : Some lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and / or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 25 percent sitting, 40 percent walking, and 35 percent standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations, in a generally hazard-free environment, and in a clean atmosphere. Traveling between sites across the County is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE :

CERTIFICATES / CREDENTIALS / LICENSES

DOJ / FBI Live Scan Background & TB Clearance

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law.

EdLogical is a Member of the Point Quest Group. Employment is offered by Point Quest