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Hearing Aid Dispenser
CGH Medical Center. Perform basic patient care functions to assist the Audiologist in dispensing hearing aids .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in patient care functions related to audiology, including hearing aid selection, programming, and maintenance. Possesses strong knowledge of hearing science and relevant coding practices to effectively assist patients across all age groups.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Hearing Aid Technology SelectionPatient CounselingHearing Tests and EvaluationsCPT and ICD-10 Coding KnowledgeLicensure from International Hearing Society
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Hard Skills
Patient Care FunctionsHearing Aid ProgrammingHearing Aid MaintenanceAnatomy and Physiology of Hearing MechanismAural RehabilitationHearing ScienceEar ImpressionsRecord MaintenanceTest Result InterpretationAge-Appropriate Patient Care
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsPatient EducationInterpersonal Skills
Tools & Technologies
Basic Computer Knowledge
Certifications & Qualifications
Associate’s DegreeIllinois Department of Public Health LicensureInternational Hearing Society Licensure
Industry Keywords
AudiologyHearing AidsPatient CareHearing EvaluationsHearing Aid AdjustmentsPediatric CareAdolescent CareGeriatric Care
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Perform basic patient care functions to assist the Audiologist in dispensing hearing aids
- Assist with office operations including scheduling, referrals, and filing
- Counsel patients regarding test results and hearing needs
- Develop customized hearing care plans based on patients’ lifestyles
- Select, program, and verify appropriate hearing aid technology
- Provide follow-up, education, hearing aid checks, adjustments, repairs, and cleanings
- Perform hearing tests and evaluations
- Maintain records of test results
- Make ear impressions
- Fit patients for hearing aids
- Educate patients on proper hearing aid use
- Perform simple hearing aid maintenance and repairs
- Order necessary hearing aids
- Enter charges for services provided
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum of an Associate’s degree or its equivalent; required
- Successful completion of 12 semester hours or 18 quarter hours of undergraduate coursework from an accredited institution in anatomy and physiology of the hearing mechanism, hearing science, introduction to audiology, and aural rehabilitation, or an equivalent IPDH-approved program
- The coursework requirement may be met through the International Hearing Society’s 39-course online program
- Successfully pass the Illinois Department of Public Health’s written and practicum exam for hearing instrument dispensers within 12 months of hire
- Licensure from the International Hearing Society received within 18 months of hire and maintained
- Obtain and maintain licensure
- Basic computer knowledge
- Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding
- Knowledge necessary to provide age-appropriate patient care, including pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients
- Ability to assess and interpret patient status data and provide appropriate care
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health and Dental Insurance
- IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
- Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)
- Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Optional Insurances
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness
- Gift Shop Discount
- CGH Day Care Discount
- CGH Dietary Discount
- Employee Assistance Program
- CGH Pharmacy Discount
- CGH Vision Center Discount