Pediatric Audiologist (10K Sign-On Bonus)

Audiologist

The staff Audiologist will have the education, knowledge, and skill to provide outpatient services, focusing on diagnosing hearing loss for all pediatric ages. They work closely with the child, his/her family, speech pathologists, school personnel, specialists, and physicians to recommend and implement a plan that enhances a child's functional hearing to facilitate learning and development. Cook Children's audiologists also specialize in serving children who have been unable to complete routine audiology testing in traditional settings. Audiology services provided include: behavioral audiometry, auditory brainstem response, otoacoustic emissions, infant newborn hearing screenings, evaluation and selection of hearing aids (includes dispensing, testing, and repairs), FM systems, other assistive listening devices, and custom ear plugs for swimming and noise protection. The position shall include patient and caregiver education and consultation to other professionals, clinics, and agencies, both within Cook Children's Health Care System and within the community. Documentation and correspondence pertaining to these services shall follow department and system policies.

Job Description

• Provide outpatient audiology services focusing on diagnosing hearing loss for pediatric patients.
• Collaborate with families, speech pathologists, school personnel, specialists, and physicians to enhance children's functional hearing.
• Conduct behavioral audiometry, auditory brainstem response, otoacoustic emissions, and infant newborn hearing screenings.
• Evaluate and select hearing aids, including dispensing, testing, and repairs.
• Provide education to patients and caregivers and consult with other professionals and agencies.

Requirements

• Clinical Doctorate degree in Audiology or PhD in Audiology.
• CPR certification.
• State license for Audiology.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in audiology (ASHA) or Board Certified in Audiology (ABA) or eligible to apply for either which must be obtained within 12 months of hire to maintain employment at Cook.

Benefits

• $10K sign-on bonus.
• Shift schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; no weekends, no holidays, no on-call.

Community Overview

Cook Children's is a not-for-profit organization comprised of a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas, a new medical center in Prosper, Texas, a physician network, home health company, surgery centers, health plan, health services, and health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty, and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top-ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet the unique needs of their child. Cook Children's is honored to continually receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.

At Cook Children's, we're more than a health care system; we're your friends, neighbors, and even family members. And we're parents too, so we can see the world through your eyes. We see what you're going through and how we can help you and your child get the best care and support possible.