Audiologist for Allied Health Diversity Fellowship
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Job Description

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:

• Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation
• One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work
• A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
• One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023
• An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)

The Allied Health Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Fellowship at Cincinnati Children's is a one-year project-based experience dedicated to improving access to care in underserved areas, improving staff knowledge relative to DEI, and expanding partnerships within the local Cincinnati communities. Four disciplines - Audiology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy & Speech Language Pathology - collaborate to meet the above goals while increasing diversity within their respective departments. This fellowship allows individuals to build relationships and grow as diverse leaders throughout Cincinnati Children's.

Find out more here http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/careers/diverse-workforce/allied-health-dei

AUDIOLOGIST JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnostic Evaluations - Perform all routine and some specialty diagnostic evaluations. Choose and administer appropriate tests according to standard procedures. Assess communication skills, make accurate diagnoses, appropriate recommendations and referrals. Provide evaluation results and counseling to parents in an effective manner. Determine discharge criteria and prepare patient for discharge or transition as appropriate.
  
• Case Management - Formulate, maintain, support, monitor and modify a patient-specific plan for care, treatment and rehabilitation based on the patient's assessment. Plan and coordinate care, treatment and rehabilitation for discharged patients. Is scheduled or available for 100% direct patient contact time. Makes productive use of time created by no-show or cancelled appointments. Conducts all patient care activities consistent with evidence, including Clinical Practice Guidelines and Divisional policies and procedures.
  
• Interprofessional Practice - Demonstrates consistent integration of the Interprofessional Practice Model (IPM) in all aspects of practice.
  
• Follow-up and Documentation - Completes required daily/weekly activities and documentation to ensure accurate scheduling, exchange of clinical information, reporting, referrals and charges.
  
• Evidence Based Practice/Research - Participates in the development of evidence based protocols and guidelines. Utilizes best practice guidelines in own practice and models this approach for other staff.
  

To provide diagnostic evaluations and (re)habilitative services for patients with a variety of hearing and balance disorders for the Audiology department of a Medical Center dedicated to the care of infants, children and adolescents. To participate as a team member in a specialty area; to serve as a preceptor for graduate audiology students, to provide lectures and in-service training to professionals within Cincinnati Children's and the community.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• AuD preferred
  
• 1-3 years of professional experience preferred
  
• Licensed Audiologist
  

Market Leading Benefits Including*:

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
  
• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
  
• Competitive retirement plans
  
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
  
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
  
• Referral bonus program for current staff!
  
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
  
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
  
• Relocation assistance packages available for nurses!
  

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

Primary Location
Burnet Campus

Schedule
Full time

Shift
Day (United States of America)

Department
Audiology

Employee Status
Regular

FTE
1

Weekly Hours
40

Salary Range
$72,841.60 - $91,915.20

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.

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