Paid 4th Year Externship 2025-2026

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The 4th Year externship position will include the following:  diagnostic audiograms/tymps/reflexes, etc. on both adults and children; hearing aid fittings (primarily adults); hearing aid counseling and follow-up.  Our AuD students will learn VNG/ENG and be able to independently conduct these tests and write reports with supervision and guidance.  You will learn how to properly diagnose and treat all forms of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.  Otoacoustic Emissions.  We do occasional Baha fittings and follow-up. You will participate in marketing and community outreach events .  If available, you will be invited to receive training from various hearing aid manufacturers.

We have a very strong hearing aid dispensing clinic. There will be plenty of opportunities to recommend and fit current technology. There will be daily hands-on experience with hearing aid repairs and follow-up as well. We fit mostly Phonak, Starkey and ReSound instruments. We also work with the VA Community Care Network.

We are seeking someone with interests in diagnostic/medical audiology (with a special desire to work with dizzy patients) and a passion to help treat hearing loss with amplification.

We have 6 audiologists, 5 ENT physicians and 1 Physician Assistant.

This position will involve time in both our Burlington location and our Mebane office. The offices are approximately 14 miles apart. All audiologists in both location hold their ASHA certification.

Local hearing aid manufacturer trainings.

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Your cover letter should include why you are interested in a 4th year experience in North Carolina. We understand that students often cast a wide net, but we prefer applicants with a true desire to be in North Carolina.

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Yes. 14 miles.

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Resume,Phone interview,Letter of request/intent,Other

Hearing Aid fitting/programming/counseling.Diagnosis & Treatment of BPPV.ENG/VNG test administration and Interpretation

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Sherrie Pelkey, AuD - Audiology Director

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Diagnostic Audiometry, preferably adults and children.

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May/June 2025

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11/20/2024

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Contact Sherrie Pelkey, AuD via email spelkey@alamance-ent.com with resume and cover letter. Please do not send transcripts or letters of recommendations at this step. Please do not reply directly to this job posting.

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spelkey@alamance-ent.com

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We are looking for an independent thinker with a desire to make the most of this year long experience.  Flexibility and the willingness to be a team player are exceptionally important.

We pride ourselves in creating a nurturing family atmosphere. We have been mentoring AuD students for 16 years and understand how important this experience is for your future.