Audiologist

POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides clinical, counselling, education and retail services to paediatric (including infants) and adult patients presenting with hearing losses/disorders and to their significant others as appropriate. Works autonomously, but collaboratively with a broad range of other disciplines. The Audiologist also participates in prevention activities, research, training, education and organizational tasks associated with caseload management, and successful functionality of the Department of Audiology and Early Words are also included within this position.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree in Audiology required
• Member in good standing with theCollege of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO) required
• Clinical Doctorate of Audiology (AuD) preferred
• Minimum one year experience required
• Special training for VNG/ENG; rotational chair work may be required
• Authorized to prescribe and dispense hearing aids with the Assistive Devices Program
• Proficient computer skills
• Current training in hearing aid manufacturer’s software and programming of hearing aids/assistive listening devices
• Demonstrates knowledge and experience working with the various populations served
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•Able to work under pressure, prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Audiology hearing aid/assistive listening devices, dispensary training and skills may be required

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Some responsibilities include:

• Assessment - maintains and manages a clinical caseload responsible for complete diagnostic, consultative, educational and counseling services for outpatient and inpatients of all ages
• Intervention - provides regular input to caregivers regarding patient's progress and evaluates effectiveness of hearing device prescribed
• Documentation and Communication - completes accurate workload statistics maintaining accurate and current clinical patient records in accordance with guidelines
• Teaching/Mentoring - provides clinical teaching, mentoring and supervision for student Audiologists, medical residents
• Monitors and Ensures Quality of Healthcare Practices - adheres to policies, consults with Professional Practice Leader, ensures audiological test equipment is operating and functioning in accordance with standards, participates in activities demonstrated to maintain competency and encourage reflective practice including continuing education, teaching or facilitating learning
• All other duties as assigned