Director of Cochlear Implant Program

Administers specialized diagnostic tests in Audiology, Otoacoustic Emissions testing, Cochlear implant assessments and mapping and obtain electrically evoked Stapedial reflex threshold (ESRT) and Neural response telemetry (NRT) measures. Responsible for operation of Hearing Aid Dispensary and Cochlear Implant Center. Responsible for administrative duties including budget, CI program development, research, philanthropy, outreach and marketing.

Education

Doctoral Degree in Audiology

Experience

At least 8 years of experience in Audiology specific to cochlear implantation

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of the entire realm of auditory disorders, habilitative and rehabilitative measures.

• Extensive knowledge of the equipment, techniques and procedures used to measure auditory abilities and disabilities.

• Extensive knowledge of Cochlear Implant and Aural Rehabilitation, billing, coding and reimbursement.

• Skill in data analysis interpretation of test results and Cochlear Implantation candidacy criteria

• Ability to utilize audiology, OAE and hearing aid fitting techniques and practices in the performance of duties.

• Advanced skills in cochlear implant assessment and mapping, including obtaining ESRT and NRT measures.

• Management experience including professional and support staff, budget and report management, marketing, and CI program development.

• Research coordination and implementation

• Public speaking

• Demonstration of strong leadership abilities

Licensures, Certifications

Certification as an Audiologist by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or American Academy of Audiology. Possession of a license in Audiology from the Maryland State Board of Examiners for Audiologists.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Participates in habilitative and rehabilitative programs including in part: hearing aid evaluations, dispensing aids, fitting of cochlear implants, management of FM and/or streaming devices, counseling patients and family regarding hearing aids CI communication and assistive listening systems, protection from noise-induced loss and direction to proper agencies when necessary

• Oversees the operation of the Cochlear Implant Center including but not limited to protocol development, coding, billing, evaluation and management of cochlear implant recipients.

• Determines the range, nature and degree of hearing function related to the patient's auditory efficiency and site of lesion using electroacoustic instrumentation measured by such devices as diagnostic audiometers, and Otoacoustic Emissions testing.

• Coordinates audiometric results with other diagnostic data and makes recommendations if indicated, for educational, medical referral, social and behavioral information.

• Oversees IRB studies including submissions, protocol deviations, adverse events, renewals and regulatory documentation. May include publication or presentation of material. May serve as the principal investigator.

• Oversees operations of the department, including equipment calibration and repair, budget recommendations, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, etc. Establishes and maintains medical and administrative files, logs and reports

• Coordinates the work of staff Audiologists, Speech Pathologist, Cochlear Implant Coordinator and administrative staff assisting with performance management as needed

CI Director may perform the following duties in addition to or in lieu of previously listed responsibilities:

• Development and implementation of outreach program for both professional and patient education

• Initiate community collaboration and increase referrals

• Marketing of program via social media, television, web design/content and video content/education

• Development of remote care services for both speech and audiology services

• Philanthropy – presentations to assist in fundraising and ongoing communication with donors

• Coordination of Alstrom Clinic, budget, education, and presentation at international conference

CI Director will be responsible for national and international presentations regarding research and cochlear implant model.

• Submissions of abstracts for presentation as well as publications

• Development of presentations and articles

• Travel necessary for presentations

Physical Requirements

Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when administering tests and preparing reports. Ability to position patients and move equipment when appropriate during testing.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust or temperature. May be…