Audiologist Assistant

Career Opportunities: Audiologist Assistant (1304)

Provides diagnostic services by assessing and treating neonate, hearing, balance, and communication and swallowing disorders (infant, children, adolescent, adult, and geriatric)

• Main Duties and Responsibilities/Performance Standards
• The Audiologist performs the audio logical and vestibular testing of ENT patients referred to them.
• Performs balance testing and management.
• Works under the supervision of consultants/ registrars.
• Independent accurate testing of patients referred to audiology department.
• Responsible to provide the highest quality of service to the patients under his/her
• care within the resources provided by the program
• Prepare reports and statistical analysis as required and such reports will be prepared in a timely manner in accordance with the standards within the Department
• Provides auditory evaluations and education by measuring and studying noise conditions; conducting hearing protection and hearing loss screening programs.
• Participate in and help establish the educational programs conducted by medical Administration and provide instructions as required to the various departments in the form of a continuing education program.
• Follows established policies and procedures.
• Attends regularly scheduled meeting for the improvement of patient care services and delivery.
• Maintains strictest confidentiality
• Provide speech therapy as needed, on occasions.
• Accept all other additional assignments found necessary by the Head of Department

Qualifications, Competences and Skills Education Post graduate in Speech & hearing Experience 3 years’ experience after Post Graduation Licensure Valid License and Registration Language Good command of English Performance Competencies Patient Safety :

• Ensures quality and patient safety practices are followed. (Note: Accreditation requirement)
• Provides or promotes patient and family-centered care. (Note: Accreditation requirement)
• Promotes inclusive health by providing equitable and accessible care to patients and families with special needs. ( Note : Special needs project requirement)

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