Hearing Care Practitioner: Audiology in the North
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The Hearing Aid Practitioner in the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority provides specialized hearing healthcare services to outpatient clients 18 years and older, with some pediatric services during travel clinics. Services include audiometric assessments, fitting and programming of devices, and minor repairs, delivered across hospitals, health centers, and community sites.
Responsibilities include education on hearing loss management and collaboration with patients,
Qualifications
- Diploma in Hearing Aid Practitioner or Hearing Instrument Practitioner/Specialist.
- Certification by the National Board of Hearing Instrument Specialists prior to commencement of employment.
- Licensed as a Hearing Aid Practitioner or Hearing Instrument Practitioner/Specialist in a Canadian province/territory.
- Proof of Immunization in keeping with current public health practices is required.
Responsibilities
- Performs basic audiometric testing on adults to provide information on hearing and middle ear status to medical practitioners.
- Orders and repairs hearing aids to provide clients with hearing aid services.
- Assists Audiologist in early identification of hearing loss in children.
- Workplace Health and Safety: maintain a safe and respectful workplace.
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The Hearing Aid Practitioner in the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority provides specialized hearing healthcare services to outpatient clients 18 years and older, with some pediatric services during travel clinics. Services include audiometric assessments, fitting and programming of devices, and minor repairs, delivered across hospitals, health centers, and community sites.
Responsibilities include education on hearing loss management and collaboration with patients,
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