Job Overview:

Performs clinical diagnostic audiologic evaluations including VRA, BOA, play audiometry, ABR, OAE and Central Auditory Processing testing to evaluate hearing status. Generates formal report on audiologic findings including recommendations. Interacts with family, other professional staff and outside referral sources in the provision of audiologic services. Follows hospital wide policies.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master s Degree in Audiology
• New Jersey State Audiology License
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) issue by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• AHA BLS Provider Certification
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, objectives and techniques employed in the diagnosis and management of hearing disorders
• Ability to interface effectively with patients and families, and provide interdisciplinary collaboration
• Excellent English communications skills
• Computer literate (especially word processing)

Preferred:

• Doctoral degree (clinical) in Audiology
• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in audiology with a pediatric population
• Communication skills in extra language (e.g. Spanish or other)
• Familiarity with hearing aids beneficial

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• New Jersey State Audiology License
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A)
• AHA BLS Provider Certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time, 40 hours/week

Essential Functions:

• Performs audiological evaluations and obtains reliable and accurate results; modifies and adapts evaluation procedures according to patient capabilities.
• Effectively communicates evaluation results and recommendations in both written and verbal form to parents, caregivers and other staff members as necessary.
• Familiar with the operation of all audiologic equipment on site, and effectively troubleshoots when necessary. Communicates with supervisor when necessary regarding equipment concerns or operational issues.
• Meets documentation requirements to keep in compliance with JCAHO and PSB guidelines.
• Follows all hospital policies regarding attendance, generic competencies etc.
• Communicates in job specific concerns and participates in developing solutions.
• Participates in projects for the department that are consistent with the departmental and hospital goals and mission.
• Provides in-service training to staff and community as requested, after authorization from the supervisor.
• Meets minimum annual expected volumes
• Moving wheelchair into a sound treated room, pushing a rolling cart with ABR/OAE equipment to the inpatient wing and back
• Working with electrophysiologic testing equipment and at the computer analyzing waveforms and emission tracing
• Awareness of cultural diversity and patient confidentiality issues

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at anytime with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.