Lily Hospitals Occupational Health - Audiometrist Jobs in Nigeria

Lily Hospitals Occupational Health - Audiometrist Jobs in Nigeria

Job Description

An Audiometrist, also known as an Audiometric Technician or Hearing Instrument Specialist, is a healthcare professional who specializes in assessing and managing hearing-related issues.
They work under the supervision of audiologists and are responsible for conducting hearing tests, fitting hearing aids, and providing hearing care services to patients.

Responsibilities

Hearing Assessments: Conduct audiometric tests to assess the hearing abilities of patients, including pure-tone audiometry and speech audiometry.

Hearing Aid Fittings: Assist patients in selecting appropriate hearing aids based on their hearing loss and lifestyle, and properly fit and adjust hearing aids for optimal comfort and performance.

Maintenance and Repairs: Provide maintenance services for hearing aids, including cleaning, adjustments, and minor repairs. Refer complex issues to audiologists or manufacturers.

Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about hearing loss, hearing aid usage, and hearing conservation practices.

Documentation: Maintain accurate records of patient assessments, fittings, and follow-up appointments.

Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service, addressing patient concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with hearing aid devices.

Collaboration: Collaborate with audiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive hearing care to patients.

Educational Qualifications and Experience

Audiometrists typically need a Diploma or Associate Degree from a recognized program in Audiology or Hearing Healthcare. Some audiometrists may pursue certification from professional organizations to enhance their credentials.

A minimum of 2 years of working experience is required for this role

Certification:

Certification, such as the International Hearing Society (IHS) certification, can be beneficial for audiometrists. This certification demonstrates competence and adherence to ethical standards in the field.

Skills:

Technical Proficiency:Knowledge of audiometric equipment and hearing aid devices, as well as the ability to conduct precise hearing assessments and fittings.

Communication: Excellent communication skills to explain hearing test procedures, results, and hearing aid usage to patients clearly.

Problem-Solving:Ability to troubleshoot hearing aid issues and find suitable solutions for patients.

Empathy: Compassion and patience when working with patients, especially those struggling with hearing loss.

Attention to Detail:Precision in conducting tests and fittings, ensuring accurate results and optimal hearing aid performance.

Customer Focus: Dedication to providing high-quality service and meeting the needs of patients.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@lilyhospitals.net using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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