AuD Externship Opportunity
Athens Oconee Audiology | Watkinsville, Georgia
Position: One Full-Time AuD Extern
Stipend: $30,000 annually
Athens Oconee Audiology is seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated AuD extern to join our growing private practice. Our externship is designed to provide a comprehensive, hands-on clinical experience while fostering the confidence, critical thinking, and professional skills needed to transition successfully into independent practice.
As a boutique private practice, we believe every patient deserves individualized, evidence-based hearing healthcare. Our externs are valued members of the clinical team and work alongside experienced audiologists who are committed to mentorship, progressive responsibility, and helping students develop into outstanding clinicians.
What You’ll Experience
Externs gain extensive experience across the full spectrum of audiologic care, including:
● Comprehensive adult and pediatric diagnostic evaluations
● Newborn, pediatric, and developmental assessments utilizing VRA and CPA
● Extended high-frequency audiometry
● Hearing aid evaluations, fittings, verification, programming, troubleshooting, and long-term follow-up
● Real-ear measurements and hearing instrument test box verification
● Tinnitus and decreased sound tolerance evaluations and management
● Comprehensive vestibular testing including videonystagmography (VNG) and caloric testing
● Cochlear implant evaluations, programming, rehabilitation, troubleshooting, and
outcomes assessment
● Bone conduction hearing systems and implantable hearing technology
● Assistive listening technology and communication strategies
Our practice partners with all three major cochlear implant manufacturers and is a proud member of the Cochlear Provider Network, allowing externs to gain valuable experience with advanced implantable hearing technologies while collaborating closely with local otolaryngologists.
Beyond Clinical Training
We believe successful audiologists need more than excellent clinical skills.
Externs receive meaningful exposure to the business and operational aspects of private practice, including:
● Practice management
● Patient counseling and shared decision-making
● Insurance and reimbursement processes
● Community outreach and hearing healthcare advocacy
● Professional communication with physicians and referral sources
● Interdisciplinary collaboration
Students may also participate in:
● Industrial hearing conservation programs
● Community health fairs
● Educational seminars and “Lunch & Listen” technology events
● Nursing home and community in-service presentations
These experiences help develop confident clinicians who understand both exceptional patient care and the realities of successful private practice.
Mentorship & Professional Development
Our externship emphasizes individualized mentorship with progressive clinical independence throughout the year. Students receive regular feedback and guidance while developing advanced diagnostic, treatment, counseling, and clinical decision-making skills.
Professional growth is a priority at Athens Oconee Audiology. Depending on scheduling and individual interests, externs may have opportunities to attend professional conferences, manufacturer trainings, and continuing education events.
The Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a student who:
● Demonstrates professionalism and compassion
● Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
● Is eager to learn and welcomes constructive feedback
● Enjoys working in a collaborative team environment
● Takes initiative and strives for clinical excellence
● Is committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care
About Athens Oconee Audiology
Athens Oconee Audiology is a thriving, privately owned audiology practice serving patients across the lifespan—from infants through older adults. Our clinical philosophy combines evidence-based practice with personalized care, utilizing today’s most advanced diagnostic equipment and hearing technology while building lasting relationships with our patients and referring providers.
Application Information
Interested applicants should submit:
● Cover Letter
● Resume/CV
● Two Letters of Recommendation
● Anticipated externship start and end dates
Please send application materials to:
Annah Kaye Hardin
akhardin@athensoconeeaudiology.com
Athens Oconee Audiology
1360 Caduceus Way, Building 200, Suite 101
Watkinsville, GA 30677
706-310-7115