Clinical Audiologist

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Diagnostic Testing**:
○ Conduct thorough audiological evaluations, including pure-tone audiometry, speech audiometry, tympanometry, otoacoustic emissions, and auditory brainstem response testing.

○ Assess and diagnose hearing and balance disorders using state-of-the-art equipment and techniques.
- **Hearing Aid Fitting and Management**:
○ Select, fit, and program hearing aids and other assistive listening devices tailored to each patient’s needs.

○ Provide counseling on hearing aid use, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

○ Conduct real-ear measurements and verify hearing aid performance.
- **Auditory Rehabilitation**:
○ Develop and implement auditory rehabilitation programs, including auditory training and speechreading.

○ Provide support and resources for patients to improve their communication skills and overall hearing health.
- **Patient Counseling and Education**:
○ Explain diagnostic test results and treatment options to patients and their families.

○ Offer counseling and education on hearing loss prevention, hearing conservation, and the impact of hearing loss on quality of life.

○ Provide information on community resources and support groups.
- **Balance and Vestibular Assessment**:
○ Perform vestibular assessments to diagnose balance disorders.

○ Collaborate with physical therapists and other specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with balance issues.
- **Collaboration and Referrals**:
○ Work closely with otolaryngologists (ENT specialists), primary care physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated patient care.

○ Refer patients to other medical or rehabilitation professionals as needed.
- **Clinical Documentation**:
○ Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress.

○ Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards in patient documentation and confidentiality.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelors or Masters Degree in Audiology from an accredited program.
- State licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Clinical Audiologist.
- Proven clinical experience in diagnosing and treating hearing and balance disorders.
- Proficiency in using audiological diagnostic equipment and software.
- Excellent communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

**Benefits**:

- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Experience**:

- total work: 1 year (preferred)
- Hearing Aid dispensing: 1 year (preferred)

License/Certification:

- Audiology RCI Certificate (preferred)

**Location**:

- Punjagutta, Hyderabad, Telangana (preferred)

Work Location: In person