Audiologist

About the Role

Conduct Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans who file disability claims for hearing conditions (e.g., hearing loss, tinnitus, balance disorders) through the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) as part of the Compensation and Pension Program. Comprehensive auditory exams will include a thorough hearing assessment, diagnostic testing, and medical opinions but no treatment. Opportunities are available within Loyal Source Clinics throughout the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform age-appropriate audiology assessments and examinations for Military Veterans and qualified family members (minimum 30 minutes per assessment/examination).
• Identify, test, diagnose, and manage disorders of human hearing, balance, and tinnitus.
• Determine range, nature, and degree of hearing function related to patient’s aural communication needs using electro-acoustic instrumentation (e.g., pure tone and speech audiometers, acoustic middle ear equipment).
• Maintain accurate patient records, noting appropriate background information, responses, and progress; provide written reports and progress notes.
• Identify differential diagnoses.
• Complete diagnostic hearing evaluations on adult populations for Veteran’s disability exams.
• Input audiometric data into DBQ format within 24 hours of exam for disability rating purposes.
• Provide a full medical record review with medical opinion noted in rationale when warranted.
• Maintain a flexible working schedule to accommodate fluctuations in referral volumes, helping the company meet goals and objectives.
• Meet credentialing requirements set forth by the VA.

Audiology Exam Details

• Basic otoscopy
• Tympanometry
• Acoustic reflexes
• Speech audiometry via recording
• Pure tone audiometry (air + bone conduction)
• Stenger testing
• Wax removal (rarely)
• No OAE's (oto-acoustic emissions)

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Audiology accredited by ACAE, CAA, or ASHA.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• BLS certification from AHA, ARC, ASHI, or willingness to obtain.
• Full, active, unencumbered Audiology license in the US.

Additional Qualifications

• Fluency in EMR systems & technology.
• Experience with Disability Benefits Questionnaires for Veterans.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence-Audiology by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission-critical operations. Guided by innovation and purpose, we help organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide. Loyal Source is a military-friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

Pay

$103,604.80 - $121,604.80