Externs have opportunities to participate in continuing education, including departmental in-services, case conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, and professional development activities. Attendance at external continuing education events may be supported based on availability and departmental approval.

0

13

0

17666,17667

Regularly

Yes

17678,17674

Regularly

Regularly

Regularly

Never

Yes

Letters of Recommendation,Resume,Transcript,Phone interview

Externship site expects the extern to learn and demonstrate the following skills during their clinical externship: - Pediatric audiologic evaluations, including otoscopy, tympanometry, acoustic reflexes, OAEs, and behavioral audiometry (VRA, CPA, standard) - Natural sleep and sedated ABR testing - Universal newborn hearing screening and diagnostic follow-up - Amplification services, including hearing aid selection, fitting, verification, troubleshooting, and counseling - Bone conduction hearing devices and cochlear implant candidacy, activations, and follow-up care - Family-centered counseling and patient education - Multidisciplinary collaboration with ENT, Speech-Language Pathology, and other pediatric specialties - Clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) - Application of evidence-based practice in pediatric audiology

Everyday

0

No

Yes

Never

Rarely

Never

0

Regularly

24

Melissa Quinones

Yes

2

Yes

Rarely

Yes

Regularly

Regularly

- Basic audiologic test procedures and equipment handling - Otoscopy and ear canal management - Tympanometry and acoustic reflex testing - Otoacoustic emissions (OAEs) - Behavioral audiometry fundamentals (including conditioned play audiometry and standard audiometry) - Basic interpretation of audiologic test results - Professional communication with patients, families, and clinical team members - Foundational clinical documentation skills

Yes

Regularly

Externs may have opportunities to participate in research, quality improvement, and outcome measurement activities as available and appropriate, under the guidance of supervising audiologists.

Everyday

May 2026

Externs receive clinical experience in both hospital-based and ENT clinic pediatric settings through interdisciplinary collaboration.

You must enter a contact person's email.

0

02/15/2026

Regularly

Never

7

No

As Needed

Regularly

Rarely

Rarely

Rarely

Steps for the student/university to follow the application process: - Student submits a complete application, including cover letter, CV, and letters of recommendation, by the posted deadline. - Selected candidates may be invited to participate in a virtual interview. - Final candidates will receive an offer from Driscoll Children's Hospital. - Upon acceptance, the student and university complete required affiliation agreement and documentation. - The student completes the hospital onboarding and pre-employment requirements prior to the externship start date.

0

The externship site expects the university to provide standard academic oversight, including timely communication regarding affiliation agreements, student evaluations, and any concerns related to student performance. The university is also expected to be available for collaboration or support if issues arise during the externship.

Yes

melissa.quinones@dchstx.org

38-40 hours per week

1

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) program
• Completion of all academic and clinical coursework prior to externship start
• Strong interest in pediatric audiology in hospital and ENT clinic settings
• Pediatric coursework/rotations preferred but not required
• Experience with pediatric populations, cochlear implants, or ENT collaboration preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, but not required

Licensure & Requirements

• Texas Audiology Intern License (obtained by start date)
• CPR certification (or obtained within 90 days)
• Compliance with university affiliation agreement and liability coverage
• Ability to travel to satellite locations as needed

About Driscoll Children's Hospital

Driscoll Children's Hospital is a nonprofit, freestanding children's hospital serving South Texas since 1953. With a mission to provide high-quality, compassionate care to the children and families of our community, Driscoll offers a full range of pediatric specialties, including audiology, cardiology, oncology, neurology, and more. Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals is committed to innovation, excellence, and ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients. Headquartered in Corpus Christi, Texas, Driscoll Children’s Hospital has locations in Corpus Christi and Edinburg, along with a growing network of specialty centers and clinics throughout South Texas, expanding to El Paso. We foster a collaborative, patient-centered work environment and provide our employees with opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, and career advancement. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and their families!

Connections working at Driscoll Children's Hospital