PRN - Audiologist I - Takoma Theatre
Children's National Hospital
Summary
We are seeking PRN Audiologists to support our Takoma Theatre, DC and Fairfax, VA locations. Hours will vary based on departmental needs, with current short-term coverage needed at Takoma on Thursdays and Fridays.
Job description
Evaluates hearing of children, and provides therapy for patients with hearing loss.
Functional Accountabilities
Clinical Evaluation and Hearing Aid Assessment
- Conduct audiological evaluations and hearing aid evaluations in an efficient manner using the appropriate test procedures.
Conducts parent counseling and makes recommendations
- Counsel parents and children regarding test findings and recommendations.
- Make all appropriate referrals.
Clinical caseload management
- Maintain a caseload comparable to other clinical audiologists.
Equipment Maintenance
- Calibrate and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
Safety
- Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.
- Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation.
- Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation.
- Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication.
- Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers.
- Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance.
Requirements
- Master's Degree (Required)
- Experience in the evaluation, remediation and management of children with hearing loss.
- Must be licensed in Washington, DC, Virginia (in VA, Hearing Aid Dispenser's license also required)
- Certificate of Clinical Competency in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (Required)
Company overview
Children's National Hospital is a premier pediatric healthcare institution located in Washington, D.C., recognized as one of the top children's hospitals in the United States. Founded in 1870, it serves as the region's primary pediatric academic medical center, providing comprehensive care across all pediatric specialties. The hospital operates a 323-bed facility and offers advanced medical services including neonatal intensive care, pediatric surgery, oncology, cardiology, and neurology. As an academic medical center affiliated with the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Children's National is deeply involved in pediatric research, medical education, and clinical innovation. The institution is particularly renowned for its Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation and its leadership in pediatric genomics and precision medicine. Children's National consistently ranks among the top pediatric hospitals nationally, with specialties in cancer, cardiology, neurology, and neonatology receiving particular recognition for excellence in patient care and outcomes.