The Company:  SHELBY HEARING CENTER

Shelby Hearing Center is a family owned local, independent, community-oriented audiology practice that has been providing comprehensive hearing services to the Shelby, North Carolina area for nearly 40 years.   We are staffed by a Doctor of Audiology and owner, a second Doctor of Audiology along with a team of support staff, who are all committed to giving our patients the highest quality hearing health care. Bringing improved hearing and better communication to our patients’ lives is our passion.

We provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology, advanced hearing testing and tinnitus services. We believe in a patient-provider relationship and adhere to best practices; meaning we are committed to listening to patient concerns and technology is always fit to reconnect them to their family and friends.

As a team, we create an environment that makes people comfortable and helps them work towards better hearing and quality of life.  Focusing on individual care makes the difference for our patients.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Audiologist will be responsible for performing comprehensive diagnostic testing, hearing aid evaluation, selection and fitting, patient counseling, and follow up care.  Our practice focuses on treating hearing loss primarily in an adult population.

 

JOB FUNCTIONS

 

Administers Diagnostic Tests

  • Performs full audiological diagnostic evaluations, primarily for the diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss.
  • Performs tympanometry and acoustic reflex threshold testing
  • Interprets test results and provides reports to physicians and other medical professionals.

 

Hearing Aid Evaluations and Fitting

  • Counsels patients regarding test results and gains a complete understanding of the patient’s hearing needs and lifestyle to develop a customized hearing care plan.
  • Performs selection, programming and verification of the appropriate hearing aid technology to best meet the patient’s individual needs.
  • Provides ongoing management including follow-up and education, hearing aid checks and adjustments, repairs and cleanings as necessary to maintain ongoing patient relationships.

 

 Assists in Professional and Community Outreach

  • In addition to professional responsibilities, the Audiologist will be part of a team engaging in marketing outreach and growing positive relationships with colleagues, vendors, fellow hearing care practitioners, and community organizations. This includes informational presentations regarding hearing loss, treatment options, and technology to local community groups, facilities and medical professionals.

 

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Audiology (AuD) degree
  • Current North Carolina Audiologist License (or ability to obtain one by time of hire) in good standing
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills that allow effective working relationships with a diverse patient, colleague and vendor population so that goals are achieved.
  • Strong keyboard/computer/Audiology diagnostic and hearing aid software and equipment.
  • Organized, able to multi-task, detail-oriented.

 

If you are looking for a professional, challenging, stimulating environment and meet the above criteria, please apply now!

 

Contact Information

  • Email:    [email protected]
  • Phone:  704-482-1447 (ask for Lynn Ferree, Practice Manager)

 

Office Hours:

  • Monday – Thursday 8:30 am until 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am until 1:00 pm

 

Benefits include:

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Health insurance considerations
  • Retirement
  • Paid time off
  • Specialized training