Pediatric Audiologist - Wyoming Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Program, Laramie, WY
Posted: Monday, April 29, 2019
The Wyoming Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Program (www.wyomingehdi.org) is seeking a full-time pediatric audiologist to begin July 1, 2019. The position requires the following:
- Experience performing comprehensive, age-appropriate audiological diagnostic evaluations on newborns, infants, toddlers, and preschoolers;
- Experience fitting and managing amplification for children under five years of age using best practice;
- A strong interest in working with the early intervention teams of children under five years of age who have been diagnosed with hearing loss;
- A Doctor of Audiology degree; and
- A license to practice audiology in the state of Wyoming by the position start date.
Responsibilities of the Wyoming EHDI Program's audiologist include evaluating children birth to five years of age, fitting them with amplification, and continuing audiological management related to early intervention services. In addition to these responsibilities, the successful candidate is expected to train hospital nursery staff, midwives, and child development center personnel on hearing screening protocols and procedures. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate and play a central role in collaborations the Wyoming EHDI Program has with a variety of stakeholders (e.g., audiologists, early intervention providers, family support organizations, physicians). This position does require both in-state and out-of-state travel (~40 days/year) and all expenses (e.g., vehicle, airfare, lodging, per diem) are paid for by the Wyoming EHDI Program.
Annual salary range for this position is between $70,000 and $75,000 depending on experience. Benefits include health insurance, retirement, a flexible work schedule (~225 days/year), paid vacation (~10 days/year) as well as reimbursement of professional dues (e.g., AAA, ASHA, EAA) and continuing education.
The Wyoming EHDI Program strives to adhere to the guidelines established by the Joint Committee on Infant Hearing related to screening, diagnosis, and early intervention. The program's main office is in Laramie and the primary clinic location is in Casper. The Wyoming EHDI audiologist may live/work in either location. This position is supported by two program directors (one coordinating the newborn screening system, the other coordinating the late onset hearing loss screening system), a clinic coordinator, and an administrative support person.
To apply for this position, please send the following to [email protected]:
- Cover letter;
- Résumé; and
- No fewer than three diagnostic evaluation reports (applicant must be the diagnosing audiologist and author of the report; redact all other identifying information) of children birth to five years of age.
If you have questions about this position or want additional information, write to [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The Wyoming EHDI Program is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for this position.
Wyoming Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Program
1771 Centennial Drive, Suite 220, Laramie, WY 82070
Phone: 307-721-6212 | Fax 307-721-6313
www.wyomingehdi.org
[email protected]
