Audiology Extern - Temporary/Part-Time

IntroductionThis recruitment is being given to fill 1 part-timetemporary positions in the San Joaquin General Hospital and to establish an eligible referral pool to fill future part-timetemporary opportunities. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.NOTE All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.TYPICAL DUTIESPerforms assessments and interprets test results related to disorders of human hearing balance and other neural systems.Plans and implements treatment for patients establishes appropriate treatment goals uses equipment properly.Coordinates treatment programs with physicians nurses professional and para-professional staff.Records information on patient charts maintains accurate records and prepares written reports.Attends staff meetings and patient conferences participates in in-service and staff development class.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducationCurrent enrollment in an accredited college or university audiology program as described by the State of California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers’ Board.Special RequirementAt the time of appointment must possess and provide confirmation of a Required Professional Experience REP Temporary License issued by the State of California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers’ Board.KNOWLEDGECurrent principles methods techniques equipment and materials used in audiology possible reactions of and hazards to patients during treatment and of precautionary and remedial measures anatomy and physiology related to treatment psychological and physiological problems of persons with disabling conditions.ABILITYPrioritize organize and coordinate care interpret and adapt physicians orders andor written reports communicate effectively work independently establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients families staff and others maintain excellent customer relations.PHYSICALMENTAL REQUIREMENTSMobility–Constant keyboard operation sits stands walks pushes and pulls bends and squats frequently runs and climbs stairs occasionally lifts positions pushes andor transfers supplies and equipment. Lifting–Lifts up to 30 pounds occasionally restrains liftsturns heavy objects or people occasionally. Visual– Constant use of overall vision color perception depth perception handeye coordination reading and close-up work and peripheral vision. Dexterity–Constant holding reaching grasping and writing. Repetitive motion is required occasionally. HearingTalking–Hears and talks in person constantly. Occasionally hears on telephoneradio faint sounds and occasionally talks on the telephone. EmotionalPsychological–Occasional exposure to emergency situations trauma grief death and hazard materials occasional travel constant public contact decision making and concentration. Environmental –Occasional exposure to noise dirt dust smoke fumes poor ventilation cold and heat. Other–Occasional exposure to conflict must be capable of working with physically challenged children and adults.San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA and upon request will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Equal Opportunity EmployerSan Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age ancestry color creed marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation or belief pregnancy race religion sex or sexual orientation. For more information go toEqual Employment Opportunity Division sjgov.org.Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act ADASan Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and upon request will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.BENEFITSPart-Time Employee BenefitsPart-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive health insurance benefits and step increases.Selection ProceduresApplicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.Testing Accommodation Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA must call Human Resources Division at 209 468-3370 prior to the examination date.ÂPhysical Exam Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen.ÂEmployment of RelativesApplicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship parent child grandparent grandchild or sibling either by blood or marriage may not be appointed promoted transferred into or within the department whenThey are related to the Appointing Authority orThe employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the otherDepartment Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.Proof of Eligibility If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.HOW TO APPLYApply OnlineÂÂÂÂÂÂÂwww.sjgov.orgdepartmenthrBy mail or in personÂÂSan JoaquinCountyHuman Resources44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330Stockton CA 95202ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂOffice hoursÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂMonday – Friday 800 am to 500 pm excluding holidays.Phone 209 468-3370ÂÂJob LineFor currentÂemployment opportunitiesÂplease callÂour 24-hour job line at 209 468-3377.ÂWhen a final filing date is indicated applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 500 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail which are not received by the final filing date will not be accepted. The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division.ÂSan Joaquin County Substance Abuse PolicySan Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age ancestry color creed marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation or belief pregnancy race religion sex or sexual orientation. For more information go towww.sjgov.orgdepartmenthreeo.