At Starkey, we are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. As a
world leader in the manufacturing and delivering of advanced hearing solutions,
we go to work each day to ensure every person on the planet has the opportunity
to hear their very best. Founded in 1967, Starkey is known for its innovative
design, development and distribution of comprehensive digital hearing systems.
Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Starkey has more than 5,000 employees
globally, operates 29+ facilities and does business in more than 100 markets
worldwide. Here’s a video about the people behind Starkey’s groundbreaking
innovation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjhRQ7qzlI0
Hearing is key to our health and happiness. Starkey is much more than the
hearing aids we produce. We are in the business of connecting people and
changing lives. We believe being able to hear the world and the people around us
is as essential to the human experience as breathing. Many recent advances are
already being recognized as disruptive technologies that have positioned Starkey
hearing aids as the industry’s first devices that go beyond providing just
audiological amplification. Our hearing aids now incorporate Artificial
Intelligence, embedded activity sensors, language translation and transcription
services, as well as an always-on personal voice assistant.
Starkey is hiring for an Education & Training Audiologist to join our team to
support specified regions of the United States. This position is a remote role
that will be required to travel 70% of the time. The Education & Training
Audiologist will be responsible for contributing to the education and training
needs of the company. This will include providing Audiology, technical, and
product training to customers, prospective customers, and Starkey employees.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/RESULTS
Participate and lead programs for internal and external education and
training.
Participate in department, product, and related meetings as necessary
Prepare and teach content of products, software, and related materials to
internal and external audiences both live and on-line. This may include
travel to customer offices, regional meetings, and corporate headquarters
as needed for training events.
Give professional presentations at local, state, or national meetings,
conventions and seminars
Participate in the training of employees
Create education and training materials including presentations, handouts,
and other related materials.
Study current and classic literature in audiology and amplification
Review and participate in the development of written content, e.g., white
papers, articles, training materials, etc.
Conduct in-office or online trainings, classes, demonstrations and workshops
for hearing professionals.
Respond in a professional and timely manner to all training events
requested by Sales or other staff and/or customers
Schedule any travel independently and within corporate guidelines that is
required for training events.
Participate in peer review process of all training materials and
professional presentations
Remain current in clinical skills by participating in clinical activities
throughout the year.
Evaluate and validate software and hearing aids for functionality and be
prepared to teach it to internal and external audiences.
Collaborate with other departments as required for job responsibilities.
Work collaboratively with Sales, Events, Marketing, Customer Service, and
Research & Development as needed for creating training resources or
disseminating product knowledge.
Maintain appropriate administrative records.
Complete appropriate corporate reporting requirements in a timely fashion,
including the processing of training request forms and CEU documentation.
Maintain expenses within published corporate guidelines.
Maintain company equipment (computer, training devices, etc.).
Other duties/responsibilities as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education, Certification and Experience Requirements
Education
Doctoral Degree in Audiology required
Experience
Hearing aid dispensing background required
Eligible for State License
Competencies, Skills & Abilities
Excellent written and oral communication skills required
Ability to function within a team environment required
Ability to understand technical information is required
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to adapt to changing situations and environments
Ability to work well with people in person, by telephone, and online
WORK CONTEXT
Working Conditions
Standard office conditions.
Up to 70% travel required along with evening and occasional weekend work
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. occasionally required
Equipment Operation
Standard office equipment
Audiological testing equipment
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $88,550 - $121,800 / year.
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include
geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the
successful candidate. This position is eligible for a bonus based upon
performance results. There is no guarantee of payout.
Benefits:
The following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility
requirements, include medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement
plan with company match, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance,
long-term disability insurance, employee assistance plan, hearing aid benefits,
Paid Time Off, paid holidays, paid floating holidays, paid volunteer service
day, paid paternity and maternity leave and tuition reimbursement.
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