Job Title

The Staff Audiologist conducts and coordinates all aspects of diagnostic evaluation and treatment of hearing impairment and/or balance disorders. The incumbent demonstrates professional knowledge of, and skill in applying, a wide range of theories, principles, and methodologies of the practice of audiology to a wide range of populations. The incumbent is an independent licensed practitioner and is considered to be at the full performance level. Major Duties include but not limited to: * Conducts, plans, and coordinates all clinical and administrative aspects of contemporary audiology practice. * Provides direct patient care involving a full range of audiology and vestibular evaluation services. * Delivers treatment services, including the selection and fitting of hearing aids and other amplification systems. * Administers aural (auditory) rehabilitation and provides counseling for hearing-impaired veterans and their families. * Identifies and evaluates individuals with hearing disorders affecting speech, language, and other acoustic signals. * Administers full audiologic test batteries to assess hearing loss for patients with complex needs. * Evaluates the type and degree of hearing loss for patients who may be unable to provide consistent diagnostic results. * Plans and monitors the effectiveness of patient-centered treatment and rehabilitative services. * Selects and fits various types of hearing aids and programs digital hearing aids. * Issues hearing protection devices for individuals working in noisy environments. * Selects and fits assistive devices such as FM amplifiers and telephone amplifiers. * Inspects, modifies, and repairs amplification devices and earmolds. * Plans and conducts auditory rehabilitation programs for patients with tinnitus and/or vestibular issues. * Designs patient-centered treatment plans to maximize physical and social functioning. * Monitors and conducts a comprehensive hearing conservation program for employees at risk for noise exposure. * Serves as a consultant to other facility personnel on complex audiology cases. * Recognized as a subject matter expert on hearing, tinnitus, and balance disorders. * Supervises, evaluates, mentors, and precepts audiology student trainees. * Maintains liaison with affiliated colleges and universities. * Provides instruction to residents and interns on audiology practices. * Completes all documentation in accordance with facility policies. * Stays current with new developments in audiology by reading professional journals and engaging in continuing education. * Engages in professional learning experiences and communicates with other professionals in the field. * Attends regular staff meetings and inter-disciplinary health care team meetings as appropriate. * Reviews policies and procedures and attends in-service training sessions. * Ensures proper use and cleaning of specialized electro-acoustic instrumentation. * Has considerable knowledge of the technical aspects of clinical instruments used in audiology. * Participates in supervising and mentoring graduate audiology students in the clinic. * Performs ancillary assignments, including occasional program management duties. * Plans and carries out assignments independently, resolving conflicts and coordinating work with others. * Interprets policies on own initiative in terms of established objectives. * Keeps the supervisor informed of progress and potentially controversial matters. * Meets customer needs while supporting VA missions. * Communicates and treats customers in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. * Provides consistent information to customers according to policies and procedures. * Protects sensitive data under the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974 and other applicable laws. * Uses word processing software for office automation tasks such as storing and retrieving documents. * Accesses information from Veterans Health Information and Technology Architecture (VistA) and CPRS. * Adheres to Audiology Service policy and SOPs related to Reusable Medical Equipment (RME). Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Telework: Ad-Hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 581-23075-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized