hearing instrument practitioner

Education

• College / CEGEP

Work setting

• Willing to relocate
• Hospital / medical facility or clinic

Tasks

• Administer tests using equipment, instruct patients on test procedures and record results, and monitor, check and calibrate auditory equipment
• Assist health care professionals
• Examine adult clients to assess hearing loss, recommend type of hearing instrument, take earmold impressions and perform follow-up examinations and readjustments
• Examine the patient
• Follow through on treatment programs with patients
• Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Area of specialization

• Audiology

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Judgement
• Accurate
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Other

• Use of artificial intelligence

Employment terms options

• Morning

Experience

• Experience an asset

Employment terms options

• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities