Audiologist (PRN)

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Vanderbilt Health is seeking a PRN Audiologist to support outpatient clinics throughout Nashville.

This opportunity is ideal for audiologists seeking scheduling flexibility, supplemental income, semi-retirement work, or the chance to remain clinically engaged with one of the nation's leading academic health systems.

As a member of Vanderbilt Health's Audiology team, you'll provide diagnostic hearing evaluations, collaborate with ENT specialists, and care for a diverse patient population using advanced diagnostic technology in a supportive outpatient setting.

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  Perform comprehensive diagnostic audiologic evaluations for adult patients

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  Conduct pure-tone and speech audiometry, tympanometry, otoacoustic emissions (OAE), and auditory brainstem response (ABR) testing

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  Interpret test results and document findings accurately and thoroughly

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  Collaborate with ENT physicians and multidisciplinary care teams to support diagnosis and treatment planning

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  Educate patients and families regarding hearing health, evaluation results, and recommended next steps

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  Deliver exceptional patient-centered care while maintaining quality and safety standards

• Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) or Master's Degree in Audiology from an accredited program

• Current Tennessee Audiology license or eligibility for licensure before start date

• Experience performing diagnostic audiologic evaluations preferred

• Strong communication and patient education skills

• Commitment to exceptional patient care

• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A)

• American Board of Audiology (ABA) Certification

• Experience in a medical, specialty, or outpatient clinic setting

• Experience working with ENT/Otolaryngology providers

• Experience with ABR, OAE, and comprehensive diagnostic testing

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This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity.  EOE/Vets/Disabled.

Vanderbilt Health is a nationally recognized academic health system known for excellence in patient care, education, and research. Our Audiology team is committed to improving hearing health and quality of life through compassionate care, collaboration, and evidence-based practice.

Whether you're looking for a flexible PRN opportunity, supplemental income, or a way to stay connected to clinical practice, Vanderbilt Health offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Completes full diagnostic hearing assessments using the appropriate testing method and equipment for the patient type, diagnosis, and reason for referral.
• Formulates and/or implements a treatment plan to address deficits and patient/family areas of concern.
• Completes documentation in a timely manner.
• Provides education/consultation to patient, family, health care team and community.
• Enhances and impacts our knowledge of the nature of communicative and related disorders.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
• Audiology Patient Evaluation (Novice): Obtains pertinent information to appropriately assess the patient. Administers appropriate hearing assessment per the clinical protocol. Interprets the results of the assessment and their significance for the patient, family, referring physician and other members of the health care team. Demonstrates basic knowledge and skills development in audiometric assessment across the age range as well as at least two of the following areas: infant hearing screening and audiometric estimation, hearing aid assessment and fitting, cochlear implant assessment and fitting and balance function testing.
• Audiology Treatment Implementation (Novice): Includes objectives based upon the results of the assessment and input from the patient and family. Selects interventions which produce the desired outcomes within the time frame projected. Modifies the treatment plan if patient/family is/are not receiving benefit. Incorporates educational needs for patient and family. Includes patient and family in all aspects of care. Respects roles and professional boundaries of others.
• Audiology Patient Education (Novice): Communicates functional impact of assessment findings, treatment interventions, diagnosis, and disease process. Adapts communication to the level of understanding of the patient. Determines comprehension and need for repetition and/or revision of methods.
• Rehab Therapist Patient Documentation (Novice): Demonstrates proficiency in documentation practices. Documents in the appropriate templates and utilizes only approved abbreviations within patient documentation. Meets institutional standards for quality and timeliness of documentation.

Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.

These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.

Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

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