Audiologist

About the job

Overview of Role

We are looking for an Audiologist to join our team and support our work in the Hearing Aid Program. The role is based in Mainland, Lagos State.

Responsibilities

● Manage the execution of the Hearing Aid Program

○ Examine, diagnose, and treat patients who have hearing loss or hearing problem

■ Examine patients who have conditions related to the outer, middle, or inner ear

■ Assess the results of the examination and diagnose the problem

■ Create a treatment plan to meet the patient’s goals

■ Fit and dispense hearing aids (assistive listening devices)

■ Counsel patients and their families on ways to listen and communicate

■ Monitor patients regularly on their condition and modify treatment plans, if needed

■ Record the patient’s progress for further evaluation

○ Manage the Audiology team and their deliverables and support in their professional development

● Administrative tasks for Hearing Aid Program

○ Monitor and evaluate program activities, and liaise with the Communication Officer to demonstrate our impact

○ Maintain accurate program records and databases, and assist Program Director in generating reports for internal and external purposes

○ Manage and ensure adherence to ITF communication guidelines and annual budget targets

○ Maintain a process of verification for payments for hearing aids with the Accounts Department

○ Oversee maintenance of patient’s details and feedback

○ Adhering to local policies and regulations in the execution of the program

● Research and Development

○ Keep abreast of global and domestic trends pertaining to causes of hearing loss, and possible treatments

○ Research affordable and accessible hearing devices and share recommendations with Program Director

○ Gain knowledge of pediatrics, geriatrics, ear balance, cochlear implants, hearing aids, tinnitus, and auditory processing among other issues

Academic / Work Experience

● Master’s Degree in Audiology

● The degree includes anatomy, physiology, diagnosis and treatment, genetics, and clinical practice in audiology

● Latest License from MRTB to practice audiology

● Latest Competency Certificate from SPAAN

● Work experience of 3-4 years as an audiologist in an ENT office, hospital, or a clinic