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CLINICAL AUDIOLOGIST
Job Title: CLINICAL AUDIOLOGIST
Job Code: 1081
FLSA: E
Job Level: 14
Revised Date: 03/16/2022
Job Family: JF 10
Occupational Summary
Duke Audiologists perform state-of-the-art and evidenced-based diagnostic and treatment procedures for patients across the lifespan. They evaluate auditory and/or vestibular systems of patients with ear abnormalities, auditory disorders and/or balance disorders through case history, clinical observation and diagnostic tests of auditory and/or vestibular function; and plan and participate in habilitative and rehabilitative programs for patients with auditory and/or vestibular disorders.
Work Performed
Independently maintains a clinical caseload in designated clinical area (s)
Provides evidence based evaluation and treatment to diverse, medically challenging patient populations
Provides quality service delivery techniques that facilitate optimum services to meet patient needs being sensitive to patients age, social, cultural, educational and vocational background
Completes required documentation accurately and within the designated time frame which may include report writing, billing, and/ or professional education database
Works collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team as well as with colleagues to promote best care of the patient
Participates in the peer review process
Participates in performance improvement initiatives within assigned work area as assigned by supervisor
Takes initiative to remain current in clinical practice through lectures, literature, and other educational opportunities
Organizes daily schedule to prioritize responsibilities including the integration of meetings, responsibilities, or tasks into schedule without negative impact on patient care or productivity
Maintains confidentiality pertaining to patient care and all policies and procedures
Keeps direct supervisor informed of activities, problems, and/or accomplishments
Functions in a self-directed manner and takes ownership to manage self and work including responsibility for actions and accountability for results
Maintains professional demeanor and is responsible for quality care in all interactions
Responds promptly to communication (e.g., e-mail, pages and phone messages)
Uses technology (e.g., computer skills) to meet job requirements
Maintains productivity standards
Completes clinical privileges consistent with job responsibilities and personal development plan
Performs duties/ tasks/ assignments as directed to support clinic and Department goals or needs
Meets all performance expectations and follows all policies and procedures
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education/Training
Work requires a Master's degree in Audiology. Requires an NC licensure as an Audiologist and a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or Board Certified in Audiology (ABOA) or New Graduate Privilege License (Temporary License) in Audiology issued by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists. For Privilege License, full license is expected within one month after completing supervised year of training.
Experience
None required beyond Education/Training requirement.
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Skills
N/A
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
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