Job Description
Job Description Under direct supervision, the Audiology Technician is responsible for cleaning equipment, maintaining examination rooms, and assisting providers at an outpatient care and/or hospital site. Responsible for inventory management and may also perform some administrative duties and support the documentation of patient records as the physician or provider dictates.
Responsibilities Assists with hearing aid adjustments, questions or problems.
Assists audiologist in treatment programs. Assist audiologist in hearing testing of pediatric patients.
Instructs patients in proper use and care of hearing aids and other amplification devices.
Performs troubleshooting and minor repairs to hearing aids, ear molds, and other amplification devices.
Maintains Audiology department files such as price list, mailings, physicians referrals.
General office duties, to include monitoring waiting room and appearance at all times.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Demonstrates the ability to support the mission, vision and patient promise throughout all interactions the UT Health Way.
Demonstrates analytical thinking; requires analyzing information and using logic to coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively, written and verbally.
Demonstrates the ability to participate as an integral part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing the highest quality of care to the patient the UT Health Way.
Knowledge of EPIC software; may be required to be EPIC super user. Training will be provided
EXPERIENCE:
- Two (2) years of related experience is preferred but not required.
EDUCATION:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required
LICENSES/CERTIFICATION:
- CMA Certified Medical Assistant is preferred
- CPR certification is preferred
About Us Benefits Overview UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
- Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
- Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
- Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
EEO Statement UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. UT Health San Antonio
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