Regional Audiologist

Government of Northwest Territories; Inuvik; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health services is seeking a dedicated Audiologist to join their team in the Inuvik Regional Hospital. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of diverse communities across the Northwest Territories. You will be responsible for assessing and treating patients, while also educating families and healthcare professionals on effective self-care techniques. With a focus on cultural sensitivity and community engagement, this position allows you to thrive in a supportive environment that values excellence and respect for regional diversity. If you are passionate about audiology and committed to enhancing community health, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Audiology with 2 years of experience preferred.
• Must maintain certification with Speech-Language and Audiology Canada.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement therapeutic processes for patients' needs.
• Educate patients and families on self-care methods.

Skills

Audiology knowledge

Cognitive and functional development

Cultural sensitivity

Therapeutic processes

Patient education

Education

Master's Degree in Audiology

Job description

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

This position is located in the Inuvik Regional Hospital (IRH), which is a 51 bed, accredited facility serving the town of Inuvik and 12 outlying communities serviced by the NTHSSA Beaufort Delta and Sahtu regions. The NTHSSA provides and supports the delivery of health care services to adults and children on an inpatient, outpatient and outreach basis in order to enhance healthy communities and well-being through excellence, accountability and respect for regional diversity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• The Audiologist must have knowledge of cognitive and functional development and impairment related to audiology including anatomy, physiology and pathology in a variety of age groups.
• Must be sensitive to the cultural, social and regional conditions in order to develop effective programs.
• Must be able to travel to outlying communities via ice road and small aircraft. A valid NWT Driver's license would be considered an asset.
• An ability to apply therapeutic processes (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) to ensure that the patients' physical, emotional, psychosocial, educational and day-to-day living needs are met.
• An ability to educate patients, their families (where applicable) and other health care professionals on appropriate self-care methods and techniques.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

This level of knowledge is typically acquired through the successful completion of a Master's Degree in Audiology. Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum of 2 years work experience.

The incumbent must maintain their certification as a member of Speech-Language and Audiology Canada

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel [phone] Extension 14106
Fax[phone]
[e-mail]

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