Clinical Audiologist – Adult Hearing

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Audiology - Adult Hearing Aids

Evaluates, treats and counsels patients with hearing and vestibular disorders to improve communication function and postural stability under occasional guidance. Initiates collaboration with health care team to meet patient care, outcomes and system improvement objectives.

Shape the future of hearing care with a nationally recognized leader.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center & Satellite Clinics

Monday–Friday | No weekends or holidays

• Make a meaningful impact improving hearing, balance, communication, and quality of life.
• Work in a prestigious academic medical center driving advancements in hearing research and cochlear implant outcomes.
• Enjoy professional growth through mentoring opportunities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and exposure to the latest clinical innovations.

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic hearing assessments and optional vestibular evaluations.
• Fit and program advanced hearing aids and counsel patients on tinnitus management and communication strategies.
• Educate patients and families on hearing and balance disorders.
• Mentor Au.D. students and contribute to clinical education.
• Support care delivery across our main campus and satellite clinics.

• Doctorate in Audiology (Au.D.) from an accredited program.
• Tennessee Audiology License (or eligibility).
• CCC-A certification from ASHA.

• 2+ years of clinical experience in adult audiology.
• Experience in vestibular therapy is a plus and will be highly valued in this role.

• Nationally recognized leader in hearing care, research, and clinical innovation.
• Home to the top-ranked Audiology and Speech‑Language Pathology programs in the nation.
• Collaborative, team‑based culture that supports professional growth from day one.
• Opportunities to participate in research, specialty programs, and advanced clinical education.

• Completes full diagnostic hearing assessments using the appropriate testing method and equipment for the patient type, diagnosis, and reason for referral.
• Formulates and/or implements a treatment plan to address deficits and patient/family areas of concern.
• Completes documentation in a timely manner.
• Provides education/consultation to patient, family, health care team and community.
• Enhances and impacts our knowledge of the nature of communicative and related disorders.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

• Audiology Patient Education (Novice):
  Communicates functional impact of assessment findings, treatment interventions, diagnosis, and disease process. Adapts communication to the level of understanding of the patient. Determines comprehension and need for repetition and/or revision of methods.
• Audiology Patient Evaluation (Novice):
  Obtains pertinent information to appropriately assess the patient. Administers appropriate hearing assessment per the clinical protocol. Interprets the results of the assessment and their significance for the patient, family, referring physician and other members of the health care team. Demonstrates basic knowledge and skills development in audiometric assessment across the age range as well…