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Job description
Audiologist (Casual/PRN)
Nemours Children's Health is seeking an Audiologist (Casual/PRN) to join our Audiology Team in Wilmington, Delaware.
This is an hourly, Casual provider for per diem (as needed) coverage. Travel to satellite locations will also be required (Deptford, NJ, Milford, DE and possible PA locations).
Provides pediatric audiology patient examination, evaluation, intervention, documentation, billing, parent/caregiver education, communication and coordination of care with medical/clinical staff and outside agencies as appropriate within the guidelines designated by the department and the Delaware Valley policies and procedures.
Maintains clinical competencies as assigned/determined to be necessary by the management team to ensure patient care needs are met.
Based on programmatic need and licensure requirements will be required to provide inpatient/outpatient coverage at various locations associated with Nemours.
Demonstrates proficiency in the care of all ages: pediatrics, adolescents, and young adults;
Able to provide audiology services to a variety of patient types with recognition of his/her own limitations while seeking appropriate mentorship as needed.
Completes timely documentation as required by Nemours and departmental policies, Joint Commission, and departmental standards.
Attends meetings related to patient treatment and contributes to discussion as an interdisciplinary team member.
Consults with other services, families, and outside agencies to recommend durable medical equipment (Hearing aids, cochlear implants, other assistive technology, etc), home/school modifications and appropriate follow up for further diagnostic testing and care.
Maintains knowledge of and familiarity with insurance referral/authorization process and documentation requirements related to Audiology department.
Completes all mandatory training; may include, but not limited to safety, infection control, corporate compliance, HIPAA, bioterrorism, CPR and program specific respiratory training.
Job Requirements
Doctor of Audiology (AuD) degree is the entry-level degree to obtain a new license to practice Audiology. Master's Degree will be considered if existing required licenses are held (must be eligible for a minimum of a DE Audiology License).
Minimum of three (3) to six (6) months experience required.
Clinical experience with pediatric audiology preferred
State of Delaware Audiologist License required upon hire.
All clinical staff will maintain dual licensure (DE, PA, and/or NJ). Must submit license or proof of application submission within 2 weeks of job acceptance, but this second license is not required to be active at the start of employment.
American Heart Association BLS certification Basic Life Support required (within 6 months of date of hire) and must be maintained for duration of employment.
Worksite address
wilmington, DE, 19894, US
Who can apply
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