Diane Brady
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Seasoned retired Audiologist possessing excellent multitasking, communication and organizational skills. Offering 25 years of experience administering hearing and speech evaluations to patients to collect information on type and degree of impairment, using specialized instruments and electronic equipment. Utilized many different computer software programs. Always obtained more continuing education hours annually, than license requirement.
Hardworking and passionate individual with strong organizational skills eager to obtain substitute teaching position. Ready to help D20 team by filling in for teachers.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Audiologist
Department Of Veteran Affairs
03.2006 - 02.2020
- Educated patients and families on the proper use and maintenance of hearing aids, leading to improved device performance and user satisfaction.
- Established trust with diverse patient populations through effective communication techniques tailored to individual needs.
- Took ear impressions and molds, ordered instruments, and fitted devices, making adjustments for comfort and optimal functionality.
- Provided follow-up care, programming, and monitoring for patients with cochlear implants to guarantee proper functionality.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of best practices within the field of audiology.
- Planned individually designed treatment programs to restore more seamless communication and improve hearing.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing emotional stress related to their hearing loss journey.
- Created variety of custom ear mold products for patients.
- Recommended and fitted assistive listening devices and protection devices to improve hearing.
- Implemented successful tinnitus management strategies, alleviating symptoms for numerous patients.
- Collaborated with primary care physicians and otolaryngologists to initiate mutually beneficial referral programs.
- Optimized clinic workflow by proactively addressing equipment maintenance needs, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough evaluations and personalized treatment plans.
- Measured hearing acuity and identified type and degree of hearing loss for patients by performing pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry and immittance audiometry testing.
- Performed comprehensive audiological evaluations for Standard Threshold Shift to determine work-related hearing loss or otherwise.
- Counseled patients to discuss hearing loss concerns and candidacy for personal amplification devices, hearing aids, and amplifiers.
- Enhanced patient outcomes through continuous education on the latest advancements in audiology research and technology.
- Conducted diagnostic tests to accurately assess patient hearing loss levels, enabling tailored treatment recommendations.
- Mentored audiology students during clinical rotations, fostering a positive learning environment while sharing expertise.
- Efficiently managed inventory of hearing aid supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted patient care.
- Used medical computer-based patient record system to input daily statistics and place orders.
- Developed TeleAudiology program for Southern Colorado rural clinics and was sole TeleHealth Audiology provider to the rural clinics.
- National Trainer and Certifier for TeleHealth Service Providers in Department of Veteran Affairs.
Audiologist
Department Of Defense Army
06.2001 - 03.2006
- Established trust with diverse patient populations through effective communication techniques tailored to individual needs.
- Educated patients and families on the proper use and maintenance of hearing aids, leading to improved device performance and user satisfaction.
- Took ear impressions and molds, ordered instruments, and fitted devices, making adjustments for comfort and optimal functionality.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of best practices within the field of audiology.
- Planned individually designed treatment programs to restore more seamless communication and improve hearing.
- Increased clinic efficiency by streamlining appointment scheduling and record-keeping processes.
- Created variety of custom ear mold products for patients.
- Recommended and fitted assistive listening devices and protection devices to improve hearing.
- Regularly updated patient records, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for future appointments or referrals.
- Assessed integrity of auditory system by performing auditory brainstem response audiometry
- Collaborated with primary care physicians and otolaryngologists to initiate mutually beneficial referral programs.
- Optimized clinic workflow by proactively addressing equipment maintenance needs, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
- Performed comprehensive audiological evaluations for Standard Threshold Shift to determine work-related hearing loss or otherwise.
- Measured hearing acuity and identified type and degree of hearing loss for patients by performing pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry and immittance audiometry testing.
- Counseled patients to discuss hearing loss concerns and candidacy for personal amplification devices, hearing aids, and amplifiers.
- Administered and interpreted electrophysiological testing for infants and children to determine hearing levels.
- Conducted presentations regarding various hearing and balance topics to increase community awareness and education on importance of hearing conservation and health.
- Enhanced patient outcomes through continuous education on the latest advancements in audiology research and technology.
- Efficiently managed inventory of hearing aid supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted patient care.
- Used medical computer-based patient record system to input daily statistics and place orders.
- Supervised 5 people
- Chief of Audiology Clinic at Army Hospital
- Chief Hearing Conservation Officer for the Army Installation
Pediatric Audiologist
Department Of Defense Army
06.1998 - 06.2001
- Educated patients and families on the proper use and maintenance of hearing aids, leading to improved device performance and user satisfaction.
- Established trust with diverse patient populations through effective communication techniques tailored to individual needs.
- Took ear impressions and molds, ordered instruments, and fitted devices, making adjustments for comfort and optimal functionality.
- Assessed integrity of auditory system by performing auditory brainstem response audiometry.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of best practices within the field of audiology.
- Planned individually designed treatment programs to restore more seamless communication and improve hearing.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing emotional stress related to their hearing loss journey.
- Collaborated with primary care physicians and otolaryngologists to initiate mutually beneficial referral programs.
- Optimized clinic workflow by proactively addressing equipment maintenance needs, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
- Measured hearing acuity and identified type and degree of hearing loss for patients by performing pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry and immittance audiometry testing.
- Administered and interpreted electrophysiological testing for infants and children to determine hearing levels.
- Enhanced patient outcomes through continuous education on the latest advancements in audiology research and technology.
- Efficiently managed inventory of hearing aid supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with hearing and balance disorders.
- Used medical computer-based patient record system to input daily statistics and place orders.
- Traveled to Belgium every six weeks to see pediatric patients at the clinic in Belgium.
- Worked on a Multidisciplinary Team that provided developmental services for children birth to 21.
Audiologist
Department Of Defense Army
06.1995 - 06.1998
- Measured hearing acuity and identified type and degree of hearing loss for patients by performing pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry and immittance audiometry testing.
- Performed comprehensive audiological evaluations for Standard Threshold Shift to determine work-related hearing loss or otherwise.
- Administered and interpreted electrophysiological testing for infants and children to determine hearing levels.
- Counseled patients to discuss hearing loss concerns and candidacy for personal amplification devices, hearing aids, and amplifiers.
- Collaborated with primary care physicians and otolaryngologists to initiate mutually beneficial referral programs.
- Recommended and fitted assistive listening devices and protection devices to improve hearing.
- Created variety of custom ear mold products for patients.
- Increased clinic efficiency by streamlining appointment scheduling and record-keeping processes.
- Planned individually designed treatment programs to restore more seamless communication and improve hearing.
- Conducted presentations regarding various hearing and balance topics to increase community awareness and education on importance of hearing conservation and health.
- Enhanced patient outcomes through continuous education on the latest advancements in audiology research and technology.
- Mentored audiology students during clinical rotations, fostering a positive learning environment while sharing expertise.
- Efficiently managed inventory of hearing aid supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted patient care.
- Used medical computer-based patient record system to input daily statistics and place orders.
- Chief of Audiology Clinic at Army Hospital
- Developed and implemented the first infant hearing screening program for the state of Missouri
- Chief Hearing Conservation Officer for the Army Installation
- Supervised 4 individuals
Education
Doctor of Audiology - Audiology
A.T. Still University
Mesa, AZ03.2006
Master of Arts - Audiology
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05.1993
Skills
- Hearing assessment
- Hearing aid selection
- Hearing aid accessories
- Tele-audiology
- Auditory brainstem response testing
- Tinnitus management
- Business Administration
- Family Counseling
- Parent Education
Timeline
Audiologist
Department Of Veteran Affairs
03.2006 - 02.2020
Audiologist
Department Of Defense Army
06.2001 - 03.2006
Pediatric Audiologist
Department Of Defense Army
06.1998 - 06.2001
Audiologist
Department Of Defense Army
06.1995 - 06.1998
Doctor of Audiology - Audiology
A.T. Still University
Master of Arts - Audiology
University of Kansas
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Colorado State University