Audiologist - Diagnostic
WellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,700 employed providers, more than 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland.
Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.
What you can expect at your practice:
Seeking an Audiologist to perform diagnostic testing 3 days a week (8am-5pm) across all age groups and populations. This role focuses exclusively on diagnostic evaluations, with no responsibilities for hearing device fitting, programming, or maintenance.
Conduct hearing evaluations and diagnostic tests to assess auditory and balance disorders for all ages.
Interpret test results and provide accurate diagnoses of hearing impairments or balance issues.
Counsel patients and their families on hearing loss, treatment options, and effective communication strategies.
Educate patients on the prevention of hearing loss, including noise exposure risks and ear protection.
Perform otoscopic examination.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and referral services.
Maintain accurate and thorough patient records and documenting diagnosis.
Perform vestibular assessments and manage balance disorder treatments (if applicable).
Perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and managing patient referrals.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in audiology through continuous education and training.
Implement and/or coordinate community, school-based, or occupational hearing screening and conservation programs (if applicable).
Supervise audiology assistants who provide support functions to the practice of audiology in addition to audiology students (if applicable)
Audiologist Requirements:
Doctoral degree in Audiology (Au.D) from an accredited program
State licensure or eligibility for licensure as an audiologist
Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or equivalent (preferred).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively counsel patients.
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Our Total Rewards package includes:
Comprehensive health benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Retirement savings plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Short-term disability
Financial education and support, including DailyPay
Wellness and Wellbeing programs
Caregiver support via Wellthy
Childcare referral service via Wellthy
A place to call home:
You'll feel at home in our sophisticated medical community in the heart of Central Pennsylvania. The WellSpan service area offers picturesque countryside, engaging historical attractions, excellent schools and low cost of living-all within reach of Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
For confidential consideration, please contact:
Max Ober Advanced Practice Provider Recruiter
or 717-356-4988
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Work Experience:
Completion of on-site experience through teaching facility. RequiredLicenses:
Licensed Audiologist Upon Hire Required andHeartsaver CPR/AED Upon Hire Required andBasic Life Support Upon Hire Required orPed Adv Life Support Upon Hire Required orAdvanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire RequiredCertificate of Clinical Competence of Audiology Upon Hire PreferredCourses and Training:
Meets requirements to enter a clinical fellowship year to attain a Certificate of Clinical Competency. Upon Hire Required andMaintains required licensures and/or certifications to practice in a professional or clinical role per appropriate law or state board regulations. Upon Hire RequiredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills.Good time management, organizational skills and attention to detail.Familiar with use of standard office equipment such as computer, printer, fax, and copier. You’re unique and you belong here.At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at . We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.