About this opportunity
Pro Med HealthCare Services lists this Audiologist, AU.D - Disability Assessments -C&P Exams opportunity in monroe, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Audiologist, AU.D Disability Assessments-C&P Exams
Pay: $56.25 an Hour
Location: Monroe, LA
Schedule: 2 Days a week, 8 or 10 Hour days
Job Type: Part-Time | In-Person 2 days a week
General Summary of Position:
This position will review pertinent medical history documentation and provide one-time, non-treatment compensation and pension exams for Veterans. The Practitioner will capture responses during the exam through a web-based examination form; all documentation will be completed electronically. Completed exams are sent to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for disability award determinations. You will electronically document the exam findings required by the VA through the web portal based on questions presented in the disability benefits questionnaires and medical opinions requested by the Veterans Affairs Regional Office. The examiner does not make disability determinations. The United States Veterans Administration makes all disability determinations.
This role performs Disability Assessments on Veterans. You will not treat, and you will not prescribe medication or hearing aids in this position. This is an in-person position.
Responsibilities:
Administers and interprets audiological tests, including but not limited to puretone threshold testing, speech recognition testing, Strenger testing, acoustic immittance testing, and bone conduction testing
Prepares related reports, maintains, and sanitizes the audiological suite, materials, and supplies.
Read Order request(s) including any remarks, questions, directions, or requests for opinion; thorough review of medical history including service records and previous exams. This includes refuting previous medical opinions from previous examiners.
Occasional removal of soft cerumen.
Completes appropriate Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQ) and Medical Opinions (MO) through the Electronic Medical Records System (EMR) during the exam and provides necessary documentation to the VA with a full understanding of the Veteran's claimed contention(s).
Explain the exam process to the veteran and confirm the claimed conditions with the veteran.
Complete chart and submit exam within 24-48 hours after the exam is completed.
Follows appropriate and applicable protocol if behavioral health or medical emergencies occur.
Commitment to serving Veterans, including those with service animals, ensuring they are not refused service.
Key Attributes:
Able to analyze data from the VA medical records and medical literature related to assessments and assessment outcomes
Works well independently and has strong time management skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Computer and technology proficiency
Ability to collaborate with staff that are on-site and remote
A Doctor of Audiology degree (Au.D)
A Master’s degree or doctorate degree from a university accredited by ACAE, CAA, or ASHA Certification
Manual dexterity to calibrate equipment
Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and using EMR and platforms
Ability to perform focused evaluations on all bodily systems
Skilled in professional communication, critical thinking, and informed-care decision making
Works independently and can manage time in order to provide a quality service while meeting set deadlines
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience in clinical settings
Prior VA or C&P experience
No Treatment or Prescribing: Focus strictly on clear, objective clinical evaluations.
Predictable Hours: Standard weekday schedule with no nights, weekends, or on-call duties.
Meaningful Work: Play a vital role in supporting Veterans by helping ensure accurate disability determinations
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Worksite address
monroe, LA, 71201, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.