Vision Hearing Screening Specialist SchoolBased Job Akron area,Ohio USA,Healthcare

Job Description

Vision & Hearing Screening Specialist

Location: Akron, OH
Employment Type: Full Time
Setting: School-Based
Start Date: ASAP

About the Opportunity

EDU-AIDs is seeking a qualified healthcare or related licensed professional to provide vision and hearing screenings for students at a school in Akron, Ohio.

We are open to professionals with different clinical and educational backgrounds, depending on their Ohio licensure, training, experience, and scope of practice related to vision and hearing screening.

Potentially Relevant Professional Backgrounds

School Nurse
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Audiologist
Audiology professional / Audiology Assistant
Other appropriately licensed or trained healthcare or school-based professionals

Responsibilities

Conduct student vision and/or hearing screenings within the professional's applicable scope of practice and training
Follow applicable school and Ohio screening requirements and procedures
Accurately document and maintain screening results
Identify students who may require additional evaluation or follow-up
Communicate screening results appropriately with designated school personnel
Maintain confidentiality of student information
Follow school health, safety, and student-support procedures
Coordinate with the school and EDU-AIDs team as needed regarding screening activities

Qualifications

Active Ohio professional license or credential appropriate to the services being provided
Appropriate training and/or experience in conducting vision and/or hearing screenings
Experience working with children or in a school setting preferred
Strong documentation and communication skills
Ability to work independently in a school environment
Current background check and required credentials, as applicable

Candidates who are qualified to perform either or both components of the requested screening are encouraged to apply Important Note

The specific screening responsibilities will be determined based on the individual's Ohio license, professional scope of practice, training, and experience , as well as the school's requirements.

Why Join EDU-AIDs?

School-based opportunity in Akron, OH
Flexible contract / per-diem opportunity
School-hours schedule
Support from the EDU-AIDs team
Competitive hourly compensation