clinical audiologist

Government of Canada - Western; Powell River; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to conduct audiometric and speech-language tests. This role involves diagnosing various disorders and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to create personalized care plans. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills to inform patients and families about hearing loss and treatment options. This position requires on-site work, ensuring a direct impact on patient care. Join this vital role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with hearing impairments.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by provincial or territorial authorities.
• Experience in conducting audiometric and speech-language tests.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audiometric and speech-language tests.
• Establish personalized care plans as part of a team.
• Provide information to patients about hearing loss.

Skills

Audiometric testing

Speech-language assessment

Diagnosis of hearing impairments

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Job description

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Conduct audiometric tests and examinations
• Conduct speech-language tests and examinations
• Diagnose and evaluate speech, voice, resonance, language, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders
• Instruct technicians and students
• Supervise technical and support staff
• Establish group and personalized care plans working as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Diagnose the degree and type of hearing impairment
• Plan and implement habilitation/rehabilitation programs
• Provide information to patients and families regarding the nature, extent, impact and implications of hearing loss and treatment

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities