Audiologist with Sign on Bonus

Description

Position Title: Audiologist (Full-Time)

Reports to: Director of Audiology

Location: Rochester Hearing & Speech Center

Schedule: Full-Time

Status: Exempt / Salaried

Pay Range: $70,000 to $72,000 annually (good-faith estimate in compliance with NYS Pay Transparency Law; final offer based on experience and credentials)

Sign-On Bonus

Eligible new hires will receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two installments:

$500 following completion of 90 calendar days of employment.

$500 following completion of 12 months of employment.

Each installment is payable on the next practicable regular payroll following the applicable milestone, provided the employee remains actively employed by RHSC on the payment date. All payments are subject to applicable tax withholding. If employment ends before a payment date, any unpaid installment will be forfeited. No repayment of installments already paid is required.

Job Summary

The Audiologist provides comprehensive diagnostic, rehabilitative, and hearing aid dispensing services to patients across the lifespan at Rochester Hearing & Speech Center (RHSC). This position is responsible for conducting audiological evaluations, interpreting test results, providing auditory rehabilitation services, dispensing and servicing hearing technology, and collaborating with healthcare, educational, and community partners to support optimal hearing and communication outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical Services

Conduct comprehensive hearing evaluations for infants, children, adolescents, adults, and older adults with a variety of hearing and communication disorders

Administer and interpret audiological procedures including pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry, tympanometry, acoustic reflex testing, otoacoustic emissions (OAEs), visual reinforcement audiometry (VRA), conditioned play audiometry (CPA), speech-in-noise testing, central auditory processing evaluations, and cochlear implant evaluations

Analyze diagnostic findings and develop appropriate recommendations for treatment, intervention, and follow-up care

Initiate referrals to physicians, educational professionals, and other specialists as appropriate

Maintain a productive clinical caseload while delivering high-quality patient-centered care

Auditory Rehabilitation & Hearing Technology

Dispense, fit, program, verify, and service hearing aids and assistive listening devices

Provide patient and family counseling regarding hearing loss, amplification options, communication strategies, and auditory rehabilitation

Troubleshoot hearing technology and coordinate repairs, replacements, and follow-up services

Monitor patient outcomes and adjust treatment plans as needed to support successful hearing aid use and communication goals

Documentation & Compliance

Complete evaluations, treatment documentation, reports, billing records, and electronic medical record documentation accurately and within established agency and payer timelines

Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, Medicaid, HIPAA, OMIG, and professional practice requirements

Adhere to RHSC policies, procedures, quality assurance standards, and clinical protocols

Participate in agency audits, quality improvement initiatives, and compliance activities as assigned

Collaboration & Outreach

Collaborate with physicians, educators, speech-language pathologists, service coordinators, and other professionals to support coordinated patient care

Participate in community outreach, hearing conservation programs, educational presentations, and special events

Occasionally conduct services at off-site locations, schools, community settings, or partner agencies

Professional Development

Maintain all required licenses, certifications, registrations, and continuing education requirements

Participate in staff meetings, department meetings, trainings, and professional development activities

Support student clinicians, residents, interns, and new staff orientation activities as assigned

Perform other duties as assigned to support agency operations and patient care needs

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) preferred; Master's degree in Audiology accepted if accompanied by current licensure and required certifications

Current New York State license to practice Audiology required

Current New York State Hearing Aid Dispensing License required if applicable for position

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) required

Strong knowledge of diagnostic audiology, auditory rehabilitation, hearing aid technology, and patient counseling

Experience with electronic medical records and audiology practice management systems preferred

Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work collaboratively with patients, families, staff, and community partners

Work Environment

Clinical-based role with regular patient interaction

Requires occasional travel to schools, community events, outreach programs, and partner locations

Collaborative work environment involving interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in clinical settings requiring use of audiological testing and hearing aid equipment

Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and use of a computer

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff

Ability to move throughout clinical and community environments

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times

Acknowledgment

By signing the electronic link provided during the hiring process or during a name, duty, or position change, you acknowledge and understand this job description.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Rochester Hearing & Speech Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws and strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, or any other status protected under New York State and federal law.