Currently recruiting an Audiologist to provide care to active duty military members and their families at the Intrepid Spirit Center, Fort Bragg, Fayetteville, North Carolina. The Audiologist is a full-time position, 80 hours per two weeks, 8 or 10 hour day shifts, Mon. - Fri., between 6: 00 AM to 6: 00 PM. Full benefits, including 22 days paid vacation/sick leave and 11 paid Federal holidays.
DUTIES OF THE AUDIOLOGIST:
- Engage in the differential diagnosis of the full range of hearing problems associated with 1) functional 2) mixed 3) conductive 4) sensory 5) neural 6) sensorineural and 7) central hearing losses.
- Demonstrate advanced competence in areas to include advanced audiologic and electrophysiologic evaluation, comprehensive tinnitus assessment and treatment, bio-electric implanted devices, advanced vestibular assessment and treatment/management, and amplification and signal processing technology. In diagnosing these problems, the Contractor shall conduct and interprets the complete range of specialized and refined audiological test procedures currently available.
- Audiologists diagnose audiologic disorders, conduct audiologic or neuro-audiologic assessments, treat auditory disorders through various modalities and provide adjunctive interventions for the treatment of medical disorders.
- Demonstrate competence in the operation and maintenance of diverse and specialized audiometric equipment including computer facilities and adjunct components.
- Utilize patient records, patient performance, and family interviews and counseling as they contribute essential data in the diagnostic process and appropriate patient care.
- Organizes clinical data systematically for effective retrieval for clinic and investigational requirements.
- Be responsible for analyzing problems that occur in the delivery of services, collection of related data and information, and implementing solutions and follow up plans to assure that the actions were appropriate.
- Assess the nature, type, and severity of hearing/communication/vestibular disorders that identifies and evaluates individuals with hearing disorders in the reception and perception of speech, language, and other acoustic signals. Administer full range of tests including auditory evoked potentials, video nystagmography, tinnitus, and balance assessment;evaluates the type and degree of hearing loss;administers compensation and pension evaluations and provides an expert opinion regarding etiology of auditory dysfunctions as needed.
- Provide relevant and timely information and assists with decision-making and process improvement.
- Complete training to obtain knowledge and maintain competency in the following systems:
- MHS Genesis, Dragon dictation software, and Microsoft Office programs.
- Ensure compliance with standard of care and practice in accordance with all established policies, procedures, and guidelines used in the medical treatment MTF and IAW JC guidelines. Provides care within ethical and legal boundaries.
- Complete orientation/ competency verification programs IAW unit guidelines.
- When assigned, shall serve and participate in committees, functions and other meetings
- When required, participate in the orientation, training, and evaluation of duty performance of newly assigned personnel, as appropriate.
- Comply with regulatory, MTF, and Joint Commission quality inspection/ peer review/utilization management requirements, and applicable system applications.
- As required, participate in customer service initiatives and medical readiness activities, designed to enhance health services.
- Contractor employees shall prepare all documentation to meet or exceed established MTF standards, to include, but not limited to: timeliness, accuracy, content, and signature. Contractor employees shall only use DoD approved acronyms for documentation in the patient health records. (DoDI 6025.13 and DoDM 6055.05)
- Document and close notes in MHS Genesis within three (3) business days of patient encounters.
- Respond to beneficiary messages submitted and received in the MHS Genesis secure portal systems within one (1) business day.
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE AUDIOLOGIST:
- Degree/Education: Master s degree in audiology or Doctor of Audiology (Au.D) degree or other doctoral degree in hearing science or a directly related field from an institution accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
- Equivalency Determination Request: The Contractor may not request an equivalency determination as a substitute for education requirements on this labor category.
- Certifications (in addition to Basic Life Support identified in paragraph 1.5.45.6.):
- National certification (Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-
- Language-Hearing Association) or American Board of Audiology (ABA) certification.
- Board Certifications: None
- Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice audiology at the doctoral level in any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico or US Virgin Islands.
- Internship/Residency: N/A
- Experience: Minimum two years within the last five years to meet clinical competency requirements specified in the Service- specific credentialing instructions, preferably in an outpatient setting. Must have recent experience conducting vestibular evaluations and be comfortable treating patients with abnormal findings.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen (for access to Gov't computer systems).
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OF THE AUDIOLOGIST:
- Competitive starting salary
- 22 days paid vacation per year!
- 11 paid Federal holidays per year
- Health & Welfare benefit contributes toward health insurance and short- and long-term disability
- Dental & Vision plans, 401(K)
ABOUT THE ARORA GROUP:
The Arora Group is an award-winning, Joint Commission-certified nationwide healthcare services company that, for over 30 years, has provided medical care for the men and women who serve our country in the U.S. Armed Forces. Our mission is to provide world-class care and give our healthcare professionals opportunities to improve their skills, learn from the best, and serve the needs of active duty service members, their families, and veterans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Know Your Rights
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The Arora Group
sick time, 401(k)
Sep 25, 2025