Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.
Learn more about us: https://dhip.dukehealth.org/about-us
$8,000 Relocation Assistance | Cash allowance payments will be made via direct deposit on behalf of DUHS by UrbanBound.
**Distance from former residence to new DUHS work location is at least 50 miles**
JOB LOCATION
Duke Otolaryngology of South Durham - 234 Crooked Creek Pkwy
JOB SUMMARY
Duke Audiologists perform state-of-the-art and evidenced-based diagnostic and treatment procedures for patients across the lifespan. They evaluate auditory and/or vestibular systems of patients with ear abnormalities, auditory disorders and/or balance disorders through case history, clinical observation and diagnostic tests of auditory and/or vestibular function; and plan and participate in habilitative and rehabilitative programs for patients with auditory and/or vestibular disorders.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Independently maintains a clinical caseload in designated clinical area(s)
- Provides evidence based evaluation and treatment to diverse, medically challenging patient populations
- Provides quality service delivery techniques that facilitate optimum services to meet patient needs being sensitive to patient's age, social, cultural, educational and vocational background
- Completes required documentation accurately and within the designated time frame which may include report writing, billing, and/ or professional education database
- Works collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team as well as with colleagues to promote best care of the patient
- Participates in the peer review process
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives within assigned work area as assigned by supervisor
- Takes initiative to remain current in clinical practice through lectures, literature, and other educational opportunities
- Organizes daily schedule to prioritize responsibilities including the integration of meetings, responsibilities, or tasks into schedule without negative impact on patient care or productivity
- Maintains confidentiality pertaining to patient care and all policies and procedures
- Keeps direct supervisor informed of activities, problems, and/or accomplishments
- Functions in a self-directed manner and takes ownership to manage self and work including responsibility for actions and accountability for results
- Maintains professional demeanor and is responsible for quality care in all interactions
- Responds promptly to communication (e.g., e-mail, pages and phone messages)
Uses technology (e.g., computer skills) to meet job requirements
Maintains productivity standards
Completes clinical privileges consistent with job responsibilities and personal development plan
Performs duties/ tasks/ assignments as directed to support clinic and Department goals or needs
Meets all performance expectations and follows all policies and procedures
Meets and adheres to ASHA or AAA, state licensure board, and Department clinical practice guidelines
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Work requires a Doctorate in Audiology or a Master's degree in Audiology.
Experience
- No experience required. 4th year AuD Externship/Residency is considered relevant clinical experience.
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
- NC licensure as an Audiologist and a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or Board Certified in Audiology (ABOA) or; -- Temporary license (4th year Audiologist) in Audiology issued by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists. Full license: after completion of 4th year (must obtain prior to expiration of temporary license)
Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.
Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.
This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.