Co-op Student, Audiology; per diem

Overview

The Cooperation Education Program (Co-op) allows students to integrate classroom learning with a paid work internship directly related to their field of study. Under the general supervision of the Audiology Supervisor or Manager, the co-op student will receive work-site orientation and training. The student will learn on-the-job and will apply learned knowledge and skills to practice a variety of patient treatment and related duties, in a positive, professional manner, adhering to hospital policies, following safety rules and regulations and striving for a positive work experience.

Position: Co-op Student, Audiology

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: Per diem

• Performs hearing screenings on newborn babies after training, documents appropriately in the electronic medical record.
• Learns to and then assists in basic audiology procedures and screenings.
• Instructing patients and families in the use of hearing technology equipment.
• Troubleshooting hearing technology devices, recommending repairs, and drafting requests for authorization of parts and repairs.
• Assists with departmental administrative needs and scheduling patient appointments.
• Maintaining organization and recording of hearing technology equipment.
• Maintaining organization of clinical equipment and records.
• Carries out newborn hearing screenings, reporting to the Department of Public Health, and completing clerical duties related to the hearing aid program.
• Documents patient care activities as applicable based on their educational curriculum.
• Works assigned days (weekends and holidays included).
• Interacts with all patients in alignment with hospital standards of customer service, following the AIDET model.
• Assists in daily tasks of all clinicians and front desk operations to optimize the patient experience.
• Adjusts, maintains, and keeps inventory of equipment and supplies assigned to area. Attends in-services and staff meetings. Attends in-services on new equipment, procedures and programs.

• High school or equivalent required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life support (CPR) certification.
• No Audiology experience necessary.

• The analytical skills and judgment to interpret data and take appropriate action in circumstances or situations.
• Ability to meet Boston Medical Center's mission statement and attitude toward patient care.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Professionalism; effective communication skills (oral and written English) to deal with patients, families, therapists and healthcare team members.
• Maintenance of confidentiality of personal/health information.
• Excellent customer service skills with ability to communicate in a courteous, pleasant, and professional manner with patients, general public, staff, outside agencies, and internal/external contacts. Basic computer proficiency including data entry and interpretation.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talent acquisition or call  to let us know the nature of your request.

Compensation Range: $17 - $20/hr this range is based on Boston-area data and is subject to modification based on geographic location. This range is an estimate based on minimum job qualifications and may consider education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they relate to position requirements, as well as business/ organizational needs and market competitiveness. Boston Medical Center offers total compensation including benefits and other programs.

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