Audiology Assistant (Finance)

The Audiology Assistant works under the direction of licensed audiologists to support patient flow and provide administrative assistance. Strong organization, clear communication, and attention to detail are key to success in this role. This position is essential in maintaining efficient clinic operations and delivering excellent patient care.This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with six years experience in office or administrative support. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training (i.e. medical assistant or equivalent clinical training) may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

State of Florida Audiology Assistant LicenseWorking at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

• Assists in patient screening procedures; checks in patients; obtains patient histories; prepares charts.
• Takes vital signs, weights, and measurements.
• Provides assistance to physician or nurse practitioner with exam and minor surgeries, including colposcopy, biopsy, cryosurgery, and IUD insertion.
• Calls in medications to pharmacy and administers medication as ordered by physician or nurse practitioner.
• Receives related telephone calls and triages appropriately, including managing patient messages per protocol or provider instructions.
• Obtains specimens and records in log; reviews and documents laboratory results; refers abnormal laboratory results to provider; schedules follow up visits.
• Ensures office is stocked with supplies and equipment; arranges instruments for autoclave. May autoclave subdermals and clean electrodes; troubleshoots equipment.
• Assists in performing initial assessments of urgent care patients utilizing SOAP format (subjective, objective, assessment, planning), and documents in records.
• May perform specialized testing, such as nerve conduction velocity testing on patients as ordered by Neurologist. Teaches Neurology residents how to perform nerve conduction velocity testing.
• May provide screening and basic education on specific topics, such as contraceptive methods/choices and sexually transmitted infections; counsels in self-care prevention, treatment and follow up care as directed by higher level nursing personnel.
• Schedules hospital surgical procedures; obtains pre-certification authorization for admission.
• Performs other clerical and administrative duties in support of the clinic and office.
• Other tasks as assigned by management