Laurie J Gadus
Toledo,OH
Summary
Clinical healthcare professional with track record of delivering high-quality patient care and diagnostic services. Skilled in comprehensive hearing assessments, auditory rehabilitation, and patient counseling. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving clinical outcomes. Expertise in using advanced audiological equipment and techniques, and evoked potentials.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Audiologist
Promedica Health System
02.1990 - Current
- Advised on appropriate hearing conservation measures for occupational settings, reducing the incidence of noise-induced hearing loss among employees.
- Optimized clinic workflow by developing and implementing efficient record-keeping systems for patient data management.
- Raised community awareness about hearing health by conducting educational seminars and workshops at local schools and organizations.
- Established strong relationships with referring physicians, ensuring seamless coordination of care for shared patients.
- Mentored audiology students during clinical rotations, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Conducted newborn hearing screenings, contributing to early identification of hearing loss and timely intervention services.
- Provided exceptional customer service to all clients throughout their audiology journey, resulting in increased patient retention and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex communication needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by conducting comprehensive audiological evaluations and recommending appropriate treatment plans.
- Ensured adherence to industry standards by performing regular equipment calibration checks and maintaining accurate records.
- 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 all modalities of evoked potentials in the clinical setting
- Provided IOM on cases as ordered by surgeons
Clinical Audiologist
Toledo Hearing and Speech Center
06.1987 - 09.1992
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry advancements through regular participation in continuing education courses and conferences.
- Performed evaluations on patients with hearing and balance disorders. Evaluated and fit hearing aids as needed and provided follow up
- Mentored junior audiologists to enhance their clinical skills, resulting in improved patient care across the region.
- Advised on appropriate hearing conservation measures for occupational settings, reducing the incidence of noise-induced hearing loss among employees.
- Raised community awareness about hearing health by conducting educational seminars and workshops at local schools and organizations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry advancements by attending continuing education courses and regularly reviewing relevant research publications.
- 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.
- Took ear impressions and molds, ordered instruments, and fitted devices, making adjustments for comfort and optimal functionality.
- Counseled patients to discuss hearing loss concerns and candidacy for personal amplification devices, hearing aids, and amplifiers.
Education
Au.D. - Audiology
A.T. Still University
06-2005
Master of Arts - Audiology
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH06-1987
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Sciences
Ohio State Universtiy
Columbus, OH06-1984
Skills
- Evoked potentials and IOM
- Hearing aid maintenance
- Assistive listening devices
- Effective communication
- Hearing conservation
- Diagnostic audiology
- Hearing aid fitting
- Interpersonal skills
- Infection control
- Self motivation
Timeline
Clinical Audiologist
Promedica Health System
02.1990 - Current
Clinical Audiologist
Toledo Hearing and Speech Center
06.1987 - 09.1992
Au.D. - Audiology
A.T. Still University
Master of Arts - Audiology
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Sciences
Ohio State Universtiy
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