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Audiology Assistant I (Needham)

Boston Children's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Needham
Jun 27, 2025
Job Posting Description At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included. The Audiology Assistant I supports the Audiology Department by performing a range of technical, clinical, and administrative tasks to enhance patient care and department efficiency. This role involves assisting with audiological evaluations, supporting patients and families in the use of hearing technology, conducting newborn hearing screenings, and maintaining clinical equipment and data systems. The Audiology Assistant I also contributes to the management of hearing aid and educational amplification programs and may perform school visits as needed. Key Responsibilities: Assists audiologists during audiological evaluations. Instructs patients and families in the use and care of hearing technology equipment. Performs the technical component of newborn hearing screenings in accordance with hospital protocols. Troubleshoots hearing technology devices, recommends repairs, and drafts requests for authorization of parts and services. Maintains inventory, organization, and records for hearing technology and clinical equipment. Schedules appointments and meetings as needed. Organizes and maintains clinical equipment, toys, files, and research records. Enters and extracts data from departmental databases. Performs school visits to deliver, troubleshoot, or collect educational amplification devices when needed. Reports newborn hearing screening results to the Department of Public Health and completes clerical duties related to the hearing aid program. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders required Licensure/Certification: Eligibility to become licensed as an Audiology Assistant in Massachusetts required Candidates not yet licensed will be hired into an Audiology Assistant Trainee role and provided with necessary observation hours prior to transitioning into the Audiology Assistant I role Skills & Abilities: Analytical skills and sound judgment to interpret data and respond appropriately to varying circumstances Effective verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated empathy and ability to interact effectively with children and families Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Professional phone etiquette and customer service skills Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption). Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.