Specialized Care Coordinator, Audiology - UI Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic (Part-Time)

📍 Job Overview

Job Title: Specialized Care Coordinator, Audiology - UI Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic (Part-Time)

Company: University of Iowa

Location: Iowa City, Iowa, United States

Job Type: Part-time, Regular

Category: Healthcare Operations / Clinical Services

Date Posted: June 09, 2026

Experience Level: 2-5 Years

Remote Status: On-site

🚀 Role Summary

• This role is central to enhancing patient care within the UI Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic, specifically focusing on the development and expansion of a specialized tinnitus clinical service area.

• Responsibilities include direct patient care, clinical supervision of audiology students, and contributing to the operational efficiency and documentation standards of the audiology department.

• The position requires a strong foundation in audiological diagnostics, hearing aid technology, and patient management, with a proactive approach to service line growth.

• This is a part-time, 50% position, structured as a one-year specified term with potential for extension, operating fully on-site within the new Health Sciences Academic Building.

📝 Enhancement Note: The job title "Specialized Care Coordinator, Audiology" suggests a role that bridges clinical expertise with operational oversight, particularly in a niche service area like tinnitus. The "Part-Time" and "Specified Term" nature indicates a project-focused or grant-funded initiative, which is common for developing new clinical services. The "Regular" employment type implies standard benefits eligibility despite the term limitation.

📈 Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive direct patient care within the audiology clinic, with a specific emphasis on patients experiencing tinnitus, utilizing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

• Provide expert clinical preceptor guidance and supervision to second- and third-year Doctor of Audiology (AuD) students, fostering their clinical skill development and adherence to best practices.

• Actively contribute to the enhancement of clinical operations by overseeing audiology equipment, ensuring adherence to documentation standards, and facilitating clear communication regarding patient care needs and program priorities.

• Lead initiatives to build and grow the tinnitus clinical service area, potentially involving the development of new protocols, patient outreach strategies, and integration with other healthcare services.

• Conduct diagnostic audiological assessments, including but not limited to pure-tone audiometry, speech audiometry, tympanometry, and otoacoustic emissions, to accurately diagnose hearing and balance disorders.

• Manage the selection, fitting, verification, and follow-up care for hearing aids and other assistive listening devices, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.

• Collaborate with the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders to support the clinic's educational mission and research endeavors, as applicable.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of audiological advancements, tinnitus management techniques, and relevant regulatory requirements.

📝 Enhancement Note: The responsibilities highlight a blend of direct clinical service, educational/supervisory duties, and operational improvement, with a clear mandate to develop a specific service line. The emphasis on supervising AuD students and managing clinical operations points to a need for strong leadership potential and process-oriented thinking beyond just patient care.

🎓 Skills & Qualifications

Education:

• Clinical doctorate in audiology (AuD) or a Master’s degree in Audiology from an accredited program is required. Experience:

• A minimum of two years of professional experience as an audiologist is necessary, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required competencies. Required Skills:

• Possess a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

• Hold a current Audiologist License in the State of Iowa, or demonstrate the immediate eligibility and intent to obtain licensure.

• Proven experience in conducting comprehensive diagnostic audiological testing.

• Demonstrated expertise in hearing aid selection, fitting, verification, and ongoing patient support.

• Experience with or a strong, demonstrable interest and aptitude for serving patients with tinnitus.

• Proficiency in maintaining accurate and thorough patient documentation in accordance with clinic and regulatory standards.

• Valid driver's license and the ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Fleet Safety Standards, indicating potential for community outreach or off-site patient interactions. Preferred Skills:

• Experience with advanced audiological assessments such as Leniere (likely referring to electrophysiological tests like ABR) and Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) testing.

• Familiarity with cochlear implant evaluation, programming, and management.

• Experience in the maintenance and troubleshooting of audiological equipment.

• Experience in managing inventories, including loaner and consignment hearing aids.

• Prior experience in the supervision or preceptorship of audiology students.

📝 Enhancement Note: The requirement for CCC-A and Iowa licensure, alongside two years of experience, positions this as a mid-level clinical role. The explicit mention of tinnitus experience and the desire to build this service line suggest that candidates with specialized knowledge or a strong initiative in this area will be highly favored. Preferred skills indicate a desire for a candidate who can contribute to a broader range of audiology services and potentially mentor students effectively.

📊 Process & Systems Portfolio Requirements

Portfolio Essentials:

• Evidence of successful patient management protocols for a diverse range of audiological conditions, particularly those related to tinnitus.

• Documentation showcasing experience in hearing aid technology, including selection, fitting, and troubleshooting, with an emphasis on patient outcomes.

• Examples of patient education materials or protocols developed to support specific audiological services or conditions.

• Case studies demonstrating the application of diagnostic audiology principles and the integration of findings into treatment plans. Process Documentation:

• Demonstrated ability to document patient care according to established clinical standards, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and compliance.

• Experience in developing or refining clinical workflows to improve efficiency, patient flow, and service delivery within an audiology setting.

• Examples of contributions to quality improvement initiatives within a clinical environment, illustrating an understanding of process optimization.

📝 Enhancement Note: While not explicitly stated as a "portfolio review," the nature of a clinical role, especially