Audiologist
Company: Pinehurst Surgical Clinic PA
Location: Southern Pines
Posted on: January 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: JOB SUMMARY The Audiologist provides comprehensive
diagnostic and rehabilitative audiology services within the
Pinehurst Surgical Clinic Audiology Department. This role delivers
high-quality patient-centered care related to hearing and balance
disorders, including adult and pediatric hearing evaluations,
vestibular testing, tinnitus counseling/management, hearing aid
evaluations and dispensing, and cochlear implant (CI) evaluation
and maintenance. The Audiologist works collaboratively with ENT
physicians and clinical staff to optimize access, outcomes, and the
patient’s experience. RESPONSIBILITIES 1) Diagnostic Audiology
Services Perform comprehensive audiologic evaluations for adult and
pediatric patients as indicated, including: Pure tone audiometry,
speech audiometry, tympanometry, acoustic reflexes Otoacoustic
emissions (OAEs) and other clinically appropriate testing Conduct
hearing assessments for medical and surgical ENT patients
(pre/post-op hearing testing as needed) Identify and document
hearing disorders, amplification candidacy, and treatment
recommendations 2) Vestibular & Balance Services Provide vestibular
evaluation and diagnostic testing, which may include: VNG testing
Positional testing (e.g., Dix-Hallpike) BPPV assessment and
treatment (e.g., Epley maneuver), within scope and clinic protocols
Caloric testing and vestibular ocular motor assessments as
applicable Provide patient education and care coordination for
balance disorders, including referral to vestibular physical
therapy when appropriate Collaborate closely with ENT physicians
regarding vestibular diagnostic interpretation and treatment
pathways 3) Tinnitus Evaluation & Management Conduct tinnitus
evaluations including history, symptom scoring tools, and
audiometric correlation Provide tinnitus counseling and education
using evidence-based approaches (may include TRT-style counseling,
CBT-informed counseling, or sound therapy protocols) Recommend and
implement tinnitus management plans, including: Hearing aids with
tinnitus features Sound therapy devices/strategies Patient
education on triggers, sleep impact, and coping strategies Track
tinnitus outcomes and improvement metrics as part of quality
improvement initiatives 4) Hearing Aid Services (Dispensing &
Ongoing Care) Provide hearing aid evaluations and selection using
best-practice standards Perform device programming, fitting,
verification (real-ear measures if available), and validation
Provide follow-up and ongoing hearing aid care including:
Adjustments, reprogramming, counseling, troubleshooting Maintenance
education and long-term amplification support Support patient
access to assistive listening devices and accessories as needed
Maintain accurate documentation and billing/coding for
device-related care per PSC policies 5) Cochlear Implant (CI)
Evaluation & Support Support ENT physicians in CI-related services,
including: CI candidacy screening support Counseling on CI process
and expectations Coordination with implant centers/manufacturers
(as applicable) Provide post-implant audiologic support services
within PSC scope (depending on clinic model), which may include: CI
follow-up hearing testing and patient education Coordination for
mapping/advanced follow-up with implant centers Documentation and
communication to referring CI team/providers 6) Coordination of
Care / Patient Experience Work as part of a multidisciplinary ENT
team to ensure timely testing, follow-up scheduling, and treatment
continuity Provide exceptional service and a supportive environment
for patients experiencing hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness, and
communication barriers Participate in patient education and
community outreach efforts (e.g., hearing health awareness) 7)
Documentation, Compliance, and Quality Document all clinical
findings accurately in the EMR, including clinical interpretation
and recommendations Ensure compliance with: State licensure
requirements HIPAA PSC policies and clinical standards Support
clinic quality initiatives, including tracking clinical outcomes,
patient satisfaction, and service-line growth Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS Doctorate or Masters in Audiology (AuD) from an
accredited program Current (or eligible) North Carolina Audiology
license Strong competence in diagnostic audiology and amplification
care CCC-A from ASHA (preferred) and/or ABA certification 1 years
of clinical audiology experience (ENT setting strongly preferred)
Experience providing vestibular testing services Experience in
tinnitus evaluation and management Experience supporting cochlear
implant patients and/or CI program workflows Knowledge of hearing
aid dispensing , and billing processes Excellent communication
skills and patient counseling ability Ability to work
collaboratively with ENT physicians and clinical support staff
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage schedule flow
and documentation expectations CHARACTERISTICS Compassionate and
patient demeanor with patients and co-workers Strong
critical-thinking and problem-solving skills PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sitting: Frequently Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently
Carrying/Lifting: Rarely (up to 35 pounds) Stooping/Kneeling:
Frequently Other: N/A PI9c4f654c11f3-25448-37139327
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