Audiologist

Job Scope

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

• The Audiologist performs the audio logical and vestibular testing of ENT patients referred to them.
• Performs procedures for tinnitus vertigo treatment.
• 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.

Education & Qualifications

• Post graduate in Speech & hearing
• 3 years experience after Post Graduation