hearing instrument practitioner

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Willing to relocate
• Various locations
• Hospital/medical facility or clinic

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Administer evaluative tests
• Administer tests using equipment, instruct patients on test procedures and record results, and monitor, check and calibrate auditory equipment
• Examine adult clients to assess hearing loss, recommend type of hearing instrument, take earmold impressions and perform follow-up examinations and readjustments
• Examine the patient
• Follow through on treatment programs with patients
• Make decisions on tests and procedures
• Administer evaluative tests and procedures
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies
• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment and instrumentation for re-use according to standardized safety practices
• Maintain clinical and progress reports
• Maintain inventory of equipment

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Licensure by a provincial/territorial regulatory body for Hearing Instrument Practitioner

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Area of specialization

• Audiology

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Attention to detail
• Sound discrimination

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities