Overview:

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The audiologist is primarily responsible for helping Soldiers preserve an important communication tool: the ability to hear. Audiologists work with the most advanced technology and develop new skills that can enhance your career.

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Job Duties

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• Performing hearing tests

• Developing improved communication strategies

• Evaluating protective devices

• Developing hearing conservation programs

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Requirements:

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Active Duty

• Requires a doctoral degree from an accredited program in audiology from a school acceptable to the OTSG. Candidates with a clinical doctoral degree (Au.D.) must have completed an accredited 1 year clinical audiology externship or be enrolled in the Army Audiology Externship Program (AEP).

• Must be between 21 and 42 years of age

• Must be a U.S. citizen

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Training:

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Job training for an audiologist includes completing an Basic Officer Leaders Course, which introduces you to the Army Health Care system, Army doctrine and basic Soldier/leader skills.

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Helpful Skills:

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• Ability to make accurate, immediate decisions

• Perform under stress

• Apply critical technical and thinking skills

• Tremendous concentration

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Compensation:

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In addition to your annual salary and the many privileges that come with being an officer on the U.S. Army health care team, you'll be rewarded with:​

• May receive pay for continuing education

• Noncontributory retirement benefits with 20 years of qualifying service

• Flexible, portable retirement savings and investment plan similar to a 401(k)

• Board Certification Pay of $6,000 per year (prorated monthly)

• Health Professional Student Loan Repayment of $20,000 per year up to a maximum of $60,000