Occupational Health - Audiometrist at Lily Hospitals Limited

Lily Hospitals is one of Nigeria’s growing networks of private healthcare institutions with an outstanding reputation for delivering excellent clinical services. Since our inception under the current management (1998), we have remained at the forefront of providing and delivering quality patient-centered, responsive, and technology-driven care across various locations in Nigeria to both citizens and foreign nationals.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Occupational Health - Audiometrist

Location: Warri, Delta
Employment Type: Full-time

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.

Application Closing Date
16th November, 2023.