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Audiologist

SSM Health · Madison, WI · Full time

Posted Aug 27, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you helped a patient who was struggling to accept their hearing loss.

What they are checking: Whether they can support patients emotionally, which affects whether they follow treatment.

What would you do

A patient has a sudden hearing loss in one ear that started two days ago. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they treat sudden hearing loss as urgent and get the patient to a physician quickly.

A patient got hearing aids but says they don't wear them because they're uncomfortable. How do you help?

What they are checking: Whether they troubleshoot fit and expectations so patients actually use their devices.

How do you explain hearing aid options and costs without overwhelming the patient?

What they are checking: Whether they present options clearly and honestly to match needs and budget.

About the work

Walk me through a full diagnostic hearing evaluation for an adult.

What they are checking: Whether they can run and interpret a complete test battery, not just a basic hearing screen.

What experience do you have with vestibular testing, and how do you approach a dizzy patient?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle balance testing, which the posting lists as a core duty.

How do you fit and verify a hearing aid so it actually works for the patient?

What they are checking: Whether they use real-ear measurement and follow-up instead of relying only on default settings.

How do you counsel family members about communicating with someone who has hearing loss?

What they are checking: Whether they include families in care and give practical tips that help daily life.

What would make you refer a patient to an ENT physician?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize red flags like asymmetric loss or ear drainage that need medical review.

How do you document a hearing correction plan so it's clear to other providers?

What they are checking: Whether their records support follow-up and coordination of care.

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The full job description

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It's more than a career, it's a calling. WI-SSM Health Dean Medical Group Madison North High Point Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Performs audiological and vestibular function testing; develops hearing correction plans of care for patients with audiological impairments. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform diagnostic testing to assess patient's hearing and vestibular status and to determine appropriate treatment. • Develops, documents, implements and evaluates hearing correction plan. • Provides hearing device modifications. • Educates and counsels patients, caregivers and family members on treatment options and continuing care. • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. • Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION • Master's degree in Audiology EXPERIENCE • No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. • Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. • Frequent keyboard use/data entry. • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping. • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. • Rare climbing. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department. State of Work Location: Illinois • Audiologist, Licensed - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) State of Work Location: Missouri • Audiologist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration State of Work Location: Oklahoma • Audiologist - Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology State of Work Location: Wisconsin • ​Audiologist - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services • OR • WI Audiologist Temporary Permit - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 5020010164 SMC Aud Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefits: SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. • Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). • Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. • Upfront Tuition Coverage : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Click here to learn more.

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