Healthcare and MedicalContractorJunior-level(1-2 yrs)
Job Description
The Aga Khan University Hospital is seeking a Locum Audiologist to join its clinical team. This role involves examining patients with ear, hearing, or balance issues using advanced specialized equipment. The successful candidate will conduct various hearing tests, interpret findings, and recommend appropriate interventions such as hearing aids or referrals for cochlear implants. The role requires a multi-disciplinary approach, working across different patient demographics from neonates to adults.
Responsibilities
Examine patients with ear, hearing, or balance and other related problems using equipment such as audiometers and speech analysers.
Conduct prescribed hearing tests, understand and interpret findings, and determine if hearing impairment is conductive or sensorineural in nature.
Provide patients with hearing aids or refer for potential cochlear implant.
Evaluate all patients on follow-up on the current condition and make note of any developments or changes.
Educate patients on ways to prevent or delay hearing loss.
Work in collaboration with other specialties in a multi-disciplinary approach to include newborn, paediatric, and adult hearing screening.
Maintain records of audiograms and ensure patient confidentiality.
Assess patient and family education needs and provide appropriate teaching based on their needs.
Instruct patient and family regarding investigations and follow-up clinic appointments.
Observe infection control practices and maintain a clean and safe work environment for staff and patients.
Participate in data collection and monitoring of unit-based quality indicators.
Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines for staff and patients, reporting any accidents, incidents, hazards, or equipment defects in accordance with laid down policies.
Participate in unit-based continuing education and quality improvement (QI) projects.
Requirements and Qualifications
Diploma in Clinical Audiology.
Minimum 2 years of working in a busy Audiology facility, with specific expertise in paediatrics.
Demonstrate adequate knowledge as well as skills to conduct and interpret Pure Tone Audiometry, Speech Audiometry, tympanometry, Transient Evoked Otoacoustic Emissions, Brain Evoked Response Auditory/Auditory Brainstem Response, Neonatal Screening, and Visual Reinforcement Audiology.
Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Aga Khan University Hospital recruitment portal at aku.taleo.net. Follow the instructions provided on the portal to submit your application.