title: Audiology Assistants in Private Practice.
abstract: Using audiology assistants allows a practice to meet the expected increase in patient demand in a cost-effective manner, without compromise to quality of patient care. Assistants are particularly valuable in private practice settings that have an emphasis in amplification, as many of the tasks involved do not require the unique skills of the doctor of audiology. Regulatory considerations, methods of training, and scope of practice of the assistant are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Audiology, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
authors.forename: Teri A
authors.initials: TA
authors.lastname: Hamill
authors.affiliation: Department of Audiology, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
authors.forename: Julia P
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Andrews
keywords: Audiologist's assistant; audiology assistant; audiology technician