Audiologist Sr

Who We Are:

Leidos QTC Health Services is the nation's largest provider of disability and occupational health examination services. We are passionate about our country's veterans and service members, united as a team and inspired to make a difference. We are dedicated to provide quality, timeliness, and excellent customer service to these service members and we want YOU to be a part of that mission.
Your Role with Leidos QTC Health Services:

As an Audiologist you will apply the principles of hearing science and audiology to formulate an Independent Medical Opinion (IMO) and/or independent medical exam to a unique claimant population of past and present military service members. The scope of practice of the audiologist is to provide a professional opinion to the severity of the hearing problem, the diagnosis, the causation, and assessing the probability that the hearing problem is related to military service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


Responsible for administering and interpreting a variety of tests to determine the type and degree of hearing impairment, such as air and bone conduction, and speech reception and discrimination tests, the site of damage, and effects on comprehension and speech.
Evaluates test results in relation to behavioral, social, educational and conduct medical record reviews of past audiograms and documents to determine the likely cause of the hearing loss, and to state the prognosis and address the issues of hearing loss and tinnitus.
Operates computerized programs and utilizes application software and databases in order to enter, modify, and access information into/from electronic medical records, and utilizing report writing formats.
Maintains patient confidentiality with written and verbal information per HIPAA.
Responsible for conducting otoscopic examinations, cerumen management, and calibration checks of audiometric equipment.
Lead paraprofessional staff training for Audiology specific skills and certifications as required by all LOB.

Completion of Veterans Benefits Administration Disability Benefit Questionnaires (DBQs).

You will also have the ability to travel (up to 50%) to provide audiology examinations for clients in multiple locations throughout the country.

Competencies:


Demonstrates compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service and care to the claimants.
Collaborative, best proactive and informed standard of care-centric, decision-making skills.
Analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine medical opinions.
Technically competent with computers/tablets to include proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and using Electronic Medical Records.
Knowledge of workplace health and safety concepts and OSHA regulations.

Education and/or Experience:
(includes certificate & licenses)

A Doctorate Degree in Audiology (Au. D) from an accredited college or university is required.
5+ years of clinic practice experience.
Professional experience directly related or desire to work with Compensation and Pension Examination, and experience with hearing conservation programs/and or noise conservation programs preferred but not required.
Currently licensed Audiologist in state employed and license shall be unrestricted.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and/or American Academy of Audiology (AAA) certification prior to hire. Will reimburse for cost.
Must be able to successfully pass National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Government Clearances (LARS/Public Trust Clearance, etc.

Receive a medical clearance that may consist of passing an N95 respirator fit test and properly wear organizational standard respiratory protective equipment as required. Pass a Tuberculosis/TB test and receive a Hepatitis A/B vaccine series or pass a Hepatitis A/B Titer test.

Ability to earn and maintain training/certifications as required to support current and future contracts.

Work Schedule, Location, and Other Information:


Generally Mon-Fri 8:
00am-5:
00 pm with a 1-hour lunch from 12:
00-1:
00 pm. Possible infrequent weekends/evening coverage depending on clinic needs but max hours per week will be 40.
Clinic Address- 4048 Laurel St., Suite 102, Anchorage, AK 99508
3 weeks onboarding / training.
12-20 patients daily (depending on exam duration and complexity) with built in admin time.
Support staff including MA's to provide in clinic support.
We will pay for licensing, malpractice, CME costs, and more!
All benefits including medical, dental, life, STD/LTD…etc. available on DAY 1! We believe in transparency, click the hyperlink below in the benefits section to see all of our benefits.

Starting Compensation Range:


Salary:
$99k-$170k (Based on combination of relevant experience, education, and other relevant qualifications)
Leidos- QTC Health Services employees are eligible to receive an annual merit increase.

Compensation and Benefits Information:

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. As a result, we offer meaningful and engaging careers to support you and your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here:
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The Leidos QTC Health Services pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to):
geographic location, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Leidos QTC Health Services. is a VEVRAA Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company has an ongoing commitment to affirmative action and the creation of a workplace free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation. The company recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, people with disabilities protected under law, and protected veteran status.
• This job description supersedes all prior job descriptions and is intended to describe the general content and essential requirements for the position listed above. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to add or change the duties of this position as required at any time.EducationRequiredMasters or better in AudiologyLicenses & CertificationsPreferredAmerican Acad of AudioAudiologist