Health Technician (Hearing Instrument Specialist)

Summary This position is located in the Audiology & Speech Pathology Section of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&RS) at the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS). The duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in all clinical and other patient care areas involved with the Audiology service. Responsibilities Ensures timely and accurate documentation of all interactions in the medical records and that all encounters are correctly documented using electronic medical record and computerized tracking and ordering functions via ROES; work is reviewed for accuracy. Follows established infection control procedures, patient safety, and clinical supplies for the audiology clinic Processes reusable medical equipment based on facility policy according to Medical Center infection control procedures and reusable medical equipment policies. Instructs and counseling on hearing loss or hearing aids either on an individual basis or in a group setting Conducts hearing pass/f...