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The Health Technician (Audiology) (HTA) provides assistance to the audiologists in meeting the clinical needs of the patients served in the VA Iowa City Health Care System Audiology and Speech Pathology Service (ASPS) and reports to the Chief, ASPS. The duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in all clinical and other patient care areas involved with the Audiology service. The HTA supports the function of the clinical programs in ASPS. Major Duties include but are not limited to: Greeting and escorting patients Patient instruction and counseling on hearing loss or hearing aids either on an individual basis or in a group setting Conducting hearing pass/fail screenings without interpretation Non-diagnostic otoscopy Cerumen management Talking earmold impressions Hearing aid troubleshooting and repair Providing basic hearing aid information for patients and caregivers Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30 pm (Work hours may be further discussed during interview) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Title/Functional Statement #:Health Technician (Audiology)/PD000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required