Audiologist

Reports to: Supervisor of Related Services

Employment Information: This is a full-time FLSA-exempt 10-month union position.

Summary:

The Audiologist provides comprehensive audiological services to support optimal auditory access for all students across PSD programs. As a member of the schools multidisciplinary team the Audiologist conducts specialized assessments monitors personal hearing instruments and recommends fits and manages hearing assistive technology. This role also includes providing guidance and resources to students and families advocating for communication access needs and supplying evidence to support appropriate services and technology in a variety of educational settings.

Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive audiological evaluations for students including assessment of hearing thresholds speech perception auditory processing and listening needs
• Interpret and communicate audiological assessment results to students families teachers and multidisciplinary team members
• Maintain monitor and update student audiological records to support IEP/IFSP goals instructional planning and compliance with PSD ASHA and Pennsylvania licensing requirements
• Recommend order fit and ensure proper functioning of student and school auditory equipment including hearing aids cochlear implants bone-anchored devices remote microphone (RM) systems and soundfield systems
• Manage warranties repairs and exchanges for auditory equipment
• Provide guidance training and ongoing support to families on device use maintenance and strategies to maximize auditory access and communication development
• Evaluate classroom listening environments including noise and acoustics and provide recommendations to optimize students auditory access
• Collaborate with teachers administrators therapists and support personnel to develop strategies and accommodations that enhance learning and communication for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
• Serve as a liaison and resource for students families staff and community partners regarding auditory communication and classroom access needs
• Participate in multidisciplinary and IEP/IFSP meetings to advocate for students auditory and communication needs and support the development of individualized goals
• Conduct in-service workshops training sessions and presentations for staff students and families to promote understanding of hearing technology auditory skills and best practices in Deaf education
• Manage and maintain audiology-related inventory equipment and supplies to ensure readiness and availability for students and classrooms
• Support school-wide programs including hearing screenings auditory monitoring initiatives and other educational or community-based services
• Stay current on advances in audiology educational technology and best practices for supporting Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students through professional development and continuing education
• Model and uphold PSDs core values: Students 1st Language Respect Communication and Community Engagement in all interactions decisions and professional responsibilities
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support student success

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Audiology or Doctor of Audiology (AuD) from an accredited institution.
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) from ASHA.
• Current Audiology License issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Demonstrated American Sign Language (ASL) proficiency at a Level 2 (ASLPI) or above required; advanced preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in audiology preferably with children deaf and hard-of-hearing students or in educational settings.
• Solid knowledge of typical child growth and development with the ability to address the unique and diverse needs of deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with students families school staff and outside professionals.

• Regularly required to sit stand and walk to interact with students staff and families.
• Manual dexterity for operating audiology equipment computers and office tools.
• Ability to lift and carry auditory devices testing materials and other instructional supplies (up to 25 lbs).
• Visual and auditory attention to monitor student responses interpret device feedback and assess classroom listening conditions.
• Occasional bending stooping crouching and reaching while assisting students or accessing equipment.

• Work is performed in classrooms therapy rooms offices and off-campus program sites.
• Exposure to varying noise levels including classroom and testing environments.
• Use of audiology equipment computers and other specialized tools is required throughout the day.

• Maintain attention to multiple tasks simultaneously while monitoring students auditory and communication needs.
• Analyze audiological data and classroom conditions to make evidence-based recommendations.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to teachers staff and families using varied approaches to meet individual learning styles.
• Adapt communication and instructional strategies to support students with diverse needs including language deprivation or multiple disabilities.
• Exercise judgment problem-solving skills and professional discretion in all interactions and decisions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student assessments progress equipment usage and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated student-centered services.

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