- Provision of Patient Care
- Plans appropriate treatment programs for infants, children, adolescents and adults of all ages based on physician referral, evaluation results, patient/family goals and interests, sound clinical judgment and other pertinent available information.
- Administers services, ensuring that the plan is age-appropriate and adjusted as necessary in order to meet the changing needs of the patient. Responsible for maintaining a productive schedule with an average of > 5.0 out of 10.0 hours per day scheduled for direct clinical care. Informs coordinator of openings and/or cancellations in their daily schedule.
- Successfully completes all competency assessments pertaining to provision of patient care.
- Communicates with team members, other professionals, family members and caregivers for the purpose of sharing information that will assist in achieving optimum care for the patient. Establishes effective rapport with patients of all ages depending on assignment.
- Selects appropriate hearing devices for patients and provides appropriate instruction in the maintenance and use of such equipment.
- Maintains responsibility for patient plan of care and provides direction and recommendations regarding treatment and goals implemented by assistive personnel.
- Patient Assessment
- Selects appropriate assessment procedures to assess the abilities and limitations of patients including infants, children, adolescents and adults of all ages, depending on area of assignment.
- Administers and interprets initial assessments which determine the patient's status in the following areas of function: hearing acuity in high risk neonates through adults, peripheral nervous system status, middle ear status, need for use or change in amplification and/or assistive listening devices, and the level of acceptance of impairment.
- Completes entry level assessment competencies.
- Daily Operations
- Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating in safety initiatives as requested.
- Performs other duties such as billing for all services rendered on the day delivered, maintaining a clean work environment, and serving on departmental committees and in program development efforts as appropriate.
- Participates in the continuous improvement projects.
- Follows appropriate safety and infection control measures pertaining to patient care, equipment and the general working environment. Promptly reports any problems to their immediate supervisor.
- Follows appropriate safety and infection control measures pertaining to patient care, equipment and the general working environment. Promptly reports any problems to their coordinator, and follows appropriate Advocate policies and procedures.
- Actively participates in departmental meetings, committees, in-services and continuing education programs.
- May supervise audiology interns at the request of coordinator after obtaining Certificate of Clinical Competence.
- Complies with organizational and departmental patient satisfaction initiatives. Routinely meets the needs and expectations of patients and their families.
- Upholds the policies and procedures of Advocate Health Care/Advocate Christ Medical Center/Hope Children's Hospital.
- Patient / Family / Community Education
- Provides education to the patient and family, or significant others based on patient needs. Identifies and addresses learning readiness, preferences and learning barriers.
- May be required to participate in community education programs.
- Discharge Planning
- Recognizes the need for termination of treatment and effectively plans discharge which may include arranging for additional equipment or devices, and/or arranging for additional audiological services within a different level of care.
- Consults with other team members to determine when the patient will be ready for discharge.
- Documentation
- Completes all documentation according to departmental policy.
- Audiologist
- Masters degree in Audiology from an accredited school Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by professional standards
- Good interpersonal skills and communication. Competent knowledge in a variety of diagnostic and treatment techniques. Recognition of needs and behaviors of specific age group
- Licensed or eligible for license in Illinois Current BLS Certification CFY eligible
- Required to work evening hours and possibly weekend hours as needed Lift 20 to 50 pounds occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases Direct contact with bodily fluids Ability to assist, escort, transfer, and respond to patient needs for extended periods of time Speaks English clearly, intelligibly, and fluently Ability to handle equipment and amplification devices Ability to read gauges and diagnostic printouts from equipment
- This requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 08/01/2014. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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Audiologist I - Oak Lawn, United States - Advocate Aurora Health
Description
Department:35113 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Pediatrics: Audiology
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Audiology schedule will be 8 hour days -5 days per week 8:00-4:30,
One to two days 10:00-6:30pm
Major Responsibilities:
Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties. Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties.
