Dianne Braaksma
Columbus,Ohio
Summary
Seasoned Audiologist possessing excellent multitasking, communication and organizational skills. Offering 22 years of experience administering Auditory Brainstem Response testing and Otoacoustic Emission testing on newborns. Proficient in Epic charting and newborn hearing screening equipment from multiple manufacturers. Committed to providing best care services and compassionate care to everyone.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Audiologist
Mount Carmel Medical Center
Columbus, Ohio
08.2002 - Current
- Perform newborn infant hearing screenings using auditory brainstem response and otoacoustic emissions
- Counsel parents in regard to results of the screenings for their child
- Communicate results of hearing screens with pediatrician offices
- Establishe trust with diverse patient populations through effective communication techniques tailored to individual needs.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of best practices within the field of audiology.
- Optimize clinic workflow by proactively addressing equipment maintenance needs, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
Audiologist
Ohio Health
Columbus, Ohio
03.2006 - 12.2010
- Performed newborn infant hearing screenings using auditory brainstem response and otoacoustic emissions
- Counseled parents in regard to the results of the screening
- Communicated results of hearing screens to the pediatrician offices.
Audiologist
The Ohio State University Medical Center
Columbus, Ohio
09.2006 - 10.2009
- Performed newborn infant hearing screenings using auditory brainstem response and otoacoustic emissions
- Counseled parents in regard to the results of the screening
- Communicated results of hearing screens to the pediatrician offices.
Audiologist
Riverview Ear, Nose and Throat Center
Columbus, Ohio
08.2005 - 01.2007
- Performed diagnostic audiometry on children and adults
- Dispensed hearing aids.
- 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.
Audiologist
Diseases of the Ears, Nose and Throat, Inc.
Columbus, Ohio
06.2000 - 08.2005
- Performed diagnostic audiometry on children and adults
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing emotional stress related to their hearing loss journey.
- Used ENG and VNG tests to evaluate vestibular systems.
- 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.
- 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.
Audiologist
Central Ohio Ears, Nose, and Throat, Inc.
Columbus, Ohio
01.2004 - 04.2005
- Performed diagnostic audiometry on children and adults
- Administered auditory brainstem response and balance testing.
Education
Master of Arts - Audiology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Science
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio06.1998
Skills
- Diagnostics: pediatric and geriatric populations
- Perform infant hearing screenings
- Otoacoustic Emissions testing
- Patient Education
- Clinical Documentation
- Auditory Brainstem Response testing
- Parent Education
References
- Christina Wilson, christina.wilson@ohiohealth.com, 740-973-4330
- Julie Ries, julie.ries@nationwidechildrens.org, 740-398-9656
- Torrey Baldwin, torrey.baldwin@yahoo.com, 843-813-5490
Timeline
Audiologist
The Ohio State University Medical Center
09.2006 - 10.2009
Audiologist
Ohio Health
03.2006 - 12.2010
Audiologist
Riverview Ear, Nose and Throat Center
08.2005 - 01.2007
Audiologist
Central Ohio Ears, Nose, and Throat, Inc.
01.2004 - 04.2005
Audiologist
Mount Carmel Medical Center
08.2002 - Current
Audiologist
Diseases of the Ears, Nose and Throat, Inc.
06.2000 - 08.2005
Master of Arts - Audiology
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Science
The Ohio State University