Audiology Assistant ; H - Boca Raton

Position: Audiology Assistant 2 (H) - Boca Raton
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Miami, FLtime type:
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** If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click  to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this .The Department of Otolaryngology is currently seeking a full time Audiology Assistant 2 to work in Miami, FL.

The Audiology Assistant 2 performs tasks that are prescribed, directed, and supervised by a certified and/or licensed audiologist.  The Audiology Assistant 2 serves as a mentor to Audiology Assistant 1’s, through supporting their training and professional advisement.  The Audiology Assistant 2 ensures clinics remain on time and can cover for all areas of Audiology Assistant responsibility as needed.
** CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
*** Supports Audiologist in audiological testing and evaluation, ensuring proper fitting of hearing devices and technology.
* Supports the delivery of services, where appropriate.
* Performs hearing aid orientation, including basic care and use of hearing aid (insertion, removal, adjusting volume, etc.) Demonstrates care and maintenance of hearing devices to patients and support/care givers.
* Works directly with the Practice Manager to support the training of junior Assistants.
* Supports the training of Audiology Assistant 1s in all areas of responsibility.
* Submits signed consents to healthcare centers to initiate retrieval of medical records, pathology slides, x-rays, and other pertinent reports.
* Prepares treatment room for examination of patient.
* Cleans and sterilizes instruments while observing principles of sterile technique.
* Assists with examinations by preparing supplies and handing instruments and materials to the audiologist as directed.
* Cleans and sanitizes patient room between each appointment.
* Manages and maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation. Greets patients upon arrival and verifies patient information.
* Directs patient to the clinic or audiology room and ensures the patient is ready for the provider.
* Provides patients with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures. Manages, organizes, and stocks audiology rooms with all supplies needed by specialty daily and discards expired supplies.
* Checks audiology clinic organization and cleanliness weekly, hand sanitizer dispensers and reports the need to have them filled and/or to request deep cleaning.
* Assists in performing clerical duties such as answering phone calls and maintaining administrative records. Utilizes IDX RIS/PACS to track patient arrival times and advises front desk personnel of patient delays to maintain daily schedule.
* Documents all equipment issues and reports to appropriate managing staff.
* Reports unusual incidents in a timely manner to appropriate supervisory personnel.
* Assists in the distribution of patient label stickers in Audiology.
* Performs daily biologic checks of audiological equipment and reports any problems with equipment to the equipment manufacturer and Practice Manager.
* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
*** This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
***** CORE QUALIFICATIONS
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* Education:

** High school diploma or equivalent
** Certification and Licensing:
** Audiology Assistant Certification completion within the first three months of employment.
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* Experience:

** Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
** Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
*** Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
* Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
* Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
* Commitment to the University’s core values.
* Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
* Ability to multitask.#ED-LI1

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