[Hiring] Director of Cochlear Implant Program @GBMC HealthCare

Role Description

Administers specialized diagnostic tests in Audiology, including:

• Otoacoustic Emissions testing
• Cochlear implant assessments and mapping
• Obtaining electrically evoked Stapedial reflex threshold (ESRT) and Neural response telemetry (NRT) measures

Responsible for:

• Operation of Hearing Aid Dispensary and Cochlear Implant Center
• Administrative duties including budget, CI program development, research, philanthropy, outreach, and marketing

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Audiology
• At least 8 years of experience in Audiology specific to cochlear implantation

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of auditory disorders, habilitative and rehabilitative measures
• Extensive knowledge of equipment, techniques, and procedures used to measure auditory abilities and disabilities
• Extensive knowledge of Cochlear Implant and Aural Rehabilitation, billing, coding, and reimbursement
• Skill in data analysis, interpretation of test results, and Cochlear Implantation candidacy criteria
• Ability to utilize audiology, OAE, and hearing aid fitting techniques
• Advanced skills in cochlear implant assessment and mapping, including obtaining ESRT and NRT measures
• Management experience including professional and support staff, budget and report management, marketing, and CI program development
• Research coordination and implementation
• Public speaking
• Strong leadership abilities

Licensures, Certifications

• Certification as an Audiologist by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or American Academy of Audiology
• Possession of a license in Audiology from the Maryland State Board of Examiners for Audiologists

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Participates in habilitative and rehabilitative programs including:
• Hearing aid evaluations
• Dispensing aids
• Fitting of cochlear implants
• Management of FM and/or streaming devices
• Counseling patients and families regarding hearing aids, CI communication, and assistive listening systems
• Protection from noise-induced loss and direction to proper agencies when necessary
• Oversees the operation of the Cochlear Implant Center including:
• Protocol development
• Coding
• Billing
• Evaluation and management of cochlear implant recipients
• Determines the range, nature, and degree of hearing function using electroacoustic instrumentation
• Coordinates audiometric results with other diagnostic data and makes recommendations for educational, medical referral, social, and behavioral information
• Oversees IRB studies including submissions, protocol deviations, adverse events, renewals, and regulatory documentation
• Oversees operations of the department, including equipment calibration and repair, budget recommendations, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance
• Coordinates the work of staff Audiologists, Speech Pathologist, Cochlear Implant Coordinator, and administrative staff
• CI Director may perform additional duties including:
• Development and implementation of outreach programs for professional and patient education
• Initiating community collaboration and increasing referrals
• Marketing of the program via social media, television, web design/content, and video content/education
• Development of remote care services for speech and audiology
• Philanthropy – presentations to assist in fundraising and ongoing communication with donors
• Coordination of Alstrom Clinic, budget, education, and presentation at international conferences
• National and international presentations regarding research and cochlear implant model
• Submissions of abstracts for presentation and publications
• Development of presentations and articles
• Travel necessary for presentations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when administering tests and preparing reports
• Ability to position patients and move equipment when appropriate during testing

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature
• May be exposed to unpleasant working conditions occasionally when performing patient tests

GBMC Values

• Respect: Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
• Excellence: Strives for superior performance and recognizes the accomplishments of others
• Accountability: Acts professionally and takes ownership to solve problems
• Teamwork: Engages and collaborates with others for team success
• Ethical Behavior: Acts with honesty and integrity, respecting the needs of patients and coworkers
• Results: Sets goals and measures outcomes that support organizational goals

Pay Range

$89,456.67 - $161,022.00. Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.