The Audiologist will provide diagnostic and vestibular services, manage hearing aids, and support clinic operations in a collaborative environment.
Requisition Number: 2351625
Optum WA, (formerly The Polyclinic) is seeking an Audiologist to join our team in Seattle, WA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
We are seeking an experienced Audiologist to provide advanced diagnostic, vestibular, and hearing aid services within our audiology clinic. This role focuses on comprehensive patient care, hearing technology management, and clinic support operations, working collaboratively with providers in a well-equipped clinical setting.
Diagnostic & Vestibular Services
* Perform comprehensive hearing evaluations, including audiometry, tympanometry, ABR, OAE, and UNHS
* Opportunity to perform vestibular testing (VNG, vHIT, VEMP); training support available as needed
* Manage complex diagnostic cases and recommend appropriate next steps or referrals
Hearing Technology & Clinical Operations
* Fit, program, and manage hearing aids and assistive devices
* Experience with Lyric devices a plus; training available
* Perform ear impressions and support HPD fittings
* Maintain hearing aid inventory, supplies, and in-office repair capabilities
* Order hearing aids and accessories and oversee vendor coordination
* Ensure annual calibration and proper functioning of all audiologic equipment
Practice Support & Expertise
* Serve as a subject matter resource for hearing aid technology and clinical best practices
* Work within insurance coverage requirements related to audiology and hearing aids
* Support efficient clinic operations and high standards of patient care
What We Offer
* Competitive compensation and benefits
* Modern diagnostic and hearing aid technology
* Clinical autonomy with collaborative provider support and onboarding
The Polyclinic joined Optum in 2019, working together across the Puget Sound, the partnership means we're able to expand our services and locations to offer even more services. As we grow, we'll keep on giving you top-quality care, just as we always have. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications
* Doctoral Degree in Audiology (Au.D or Ph.D) or MS in Audiology
* Unrestricted Washington State Audiology license or ability to obtain prior to start date
* 1+ years of clinical audiology experience
Preferred Experience
* Vestibular testing, including VNG
* Membership in AAA and/or ASHA
* Experience working with insurance-driven hearing aid programs
The salary range for this role is $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Optum WA, (formerly The Polyclinic) is seeking an Audiologist to join our team in Seattle, WA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
We are seeking an experienced Audiologist to provide advanced diagnostic, vestibular, and hearing aid services within our audiology clinic. This role focuses on comprehensive patient care, hearing technology management, and clinic support operations, working collaboratively with providers in a well-equipped clinical setting.
Diagnostic & Vestibular Services
* Perform comprehensive hearing evaluations, including audiometry, tympanometry, ABR, OAE, and UNHS
* Opportunity to perform vestibular testing (VNG, vHIT, VEMP); training support available as needed
* Manage complex diagnostic cases and recommend appropriate next steps or referrals
Hearing Technology & Clinical Operations
* Fit, program, and manage hearing aids and assistive devices
* Experience with Lyric devices a plus; training available
* Perform ear impressions and support HPD fittings
* Maintain hearing aid inventory, supplies, and in-office repair capabilities
* Order hearing aids and accessories and oversee vendor coordination
* Ensure annual calibration and proper functioning of all audiologic equipment
Practice Support & Expertise
* Serve as a subject matter resource for hearing aid technology and clinical best practices
* Work within insurance coverage requirements related to audiology and hearing aids
* Support efficient clinic operations and high standards of patient care
What We Offer
* Competitive compensation and benefits
* Modern diagnostic and hearing aid technology
* Clinical autonomy with collaborative provider support and onboarding
The Polyclinic joined Optum in 2019, working together across the Puget Sound, the partnership means we're able to expand our services and locations to offer even more services. As we grow, we'll keep on giving you top-quality care, just as we always have. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications
* Doctoral Degree in Audiology (Au.D or Ph.D) or MS in Audiology
* Unrestricted Washington State Audiology license or ability to obtain prior to start date
* 1+ years of clinical audiology experience
Preferred Experience
* Vestibular testing, including VNG
* Membership in AAA and/or ASHA
* Experience working with insurance-driven hearing aid programs
The salary range for this role is $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Top Skills
Abr
Audiometry
Hearing Aids
Lyric Devices
Oae
Tympanometry
Unhs
Vemp
Vhit
Vng
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