As of July 2026,
Audiologists has an AI-exposure score of 58/100
(Elevated exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index. This is an estimate of task
exposure, not a prediction of job loss.
Score inputs for this role:
This role starts from O*NET 29.1 occupational descriptors and is empirically grounded by Penn/OpenAI GPTs are GPTs study, Anthropic Economic Index (June 26, 2026), Felten, Raj and Seamans AIOE index. BLS labor-market figures are separate context, not score inputs.
Audiologists
More exposed than 55% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$95,780. About 700 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 - growth plus replacement).
Pay & demand figures are US medians (BLS, in USD) - your local figures will differ. Your exposure score applies broadly.
How this role compares to similar Healthcare roles
What this role usually involves
Assess and treat persons with hearing and related disorders. May fit hearing aids and provide auditory training. May perform research related to hearing problems.
Broad guidance for this preparation level; exact requirements vary by role and employer.
Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Audiologists, SOC 29-1181.00. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.
Audiologists tasks, by AI exposure
- Program and monitor cochlear implants to fit the needs of patients.
- Administer hearing tests and examine patients to collect information on type and degree of impairment, using specialized instruments and electronic equipment.
- Maintain patient records at all stages, including initial and subsequent evaluation and treatment activities.
- Provide information to the public on hearing or balance topics.
- Fit, dispense, and repair assistive devices, such as hearing aids.
- Instruct patients, parents, teachers, or employers in communication strategies to maximize effective receptive communication.
We analyzed all 20 Audiologists tasks - 5 automatable, 14 augmentable and 1 durable. The full task map - every task with exactly what to do about each - is in your Career Report.
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Every task scored with what to automate, augment, or protect.
Related roles with exposure deltas, salary, demand, and reachability. Lower-exposure options appear only when the data supports them.
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Grounded in O*NET-linked or curated role data, with Penn, Anthropic Economic Index, and AIOE signals where matched. BLS labor-market context is separate - not generic advice.
Adjacent career paths
Relatedness shows how reachable a move may be. A path is labeled lower exposure only when its score is at least 6 points lower; every row shows the measured difference.
Program and monitor cochlear implants to fit the needs of patients.
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Every task scored with what to do about it; adjacent paths with honest exposure deltas, salary, demand, and reachability; a skill-gap map; a 30/60/90-day roadmap; Agent Reality Check; plus a résumé and LinkedIn rewrite and professional PDF.
Grounded in O*NET-linked or curated role data, with Penn, Anthropic Economic Index, and AIOE signals where matched. BLS labor-market context is separate.
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