AKUH
Aga Khan University Hospital
Pool Audiologist at Aga Khan University Hospital
Nairobi, NairobiKenyaFull TimeMid-Senior Level
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Responsibilities:
Examine patients with ear, hearing or balance and other related problems using equipment such as audiometers, speech analysers
Conduct the prescribed hearing tests, understand, 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 specialty 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 provides appropriate teaching based on their needs
Instruct patient and family regarding investigations and follow up clinic appointments
Observe infection control practices and maintains 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, quality improvement (QI) projects
Requirements:
Diploma in Clinical Audiology
Minimum 2 years of working in a busy Audiology facility, with 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 skill