Description
Clinical audiologists evaluate, diagnose, and manage hearing and balance disorders in healthcare settings. They perform comprehensive assessments; fit and program hearing aids and implantable devices; provide counseling and auditory rehabilitation; collaborate with care teams; and maintain accurate documentation aligned with evidence-based standards.
- • Perform otoscopic examinations and cerumen management.
- • Administer and interpret diagnostic audiologic tests, including pure-tone, speech, immittance, and OAEs.
- • Conduct and interpret vestibular assessments (e.g., VNG/ENG, vHIT, VEMP).
- • Develop differential diagnoses and evidence-based treatment plans.
- • Fit, program, and verify hearing aids using real-ear measurements.
- • Counsel patients and families on hearing loss, tinnitus, and communication strategies.
- • Provide auditory rehabilitation and aural training.
- • Program, map, and monitor cochlear implants and bone-anchored hearing systems.
- • Coordinate pre- and post-operative care for implant candidates and recipients.
- • Recommend and dispense assistive listening devices and hearing protection.
- • Troubleshoot, repair, or coordinate service for hearing devices.
- • Collaborate with otolaryngologists, primary care, speech-language pathologists, and other clinicians.
- • Refer patients for medical, surgical, psychological, or educational services when indicated.
- • Monitor outcomes and adjust treatment based on follow-up assessments.
- • Maintain thorough documentation in the electronic medical record.
- • Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, HIPAA, and infection control standards.
- • Calibrate, maintain, and check biologic function of audiologic equipment.
- • Develop and oversee clinic-based hearing screening and follow-up programs.
- • Supervise and mentor audiology students and clinical support staff.
- • Participate in continuing education to stay current with diagnostics, treatments, and technology.
- • Contribute to clinical research or quality improvement projects.
- • Provide patient and community education on hearing and balance health.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
