Audiologist / Hearing Instrument Practitioner (Licensed)

Job Description

Description of position:
The job requires a Dispensing Audiologist/Hearing Instrument Practitioner who will assess hearing, select/recommend hearing instruments when appropriate (and/or refer when appropriate). The clinician will also provide dispensing services which includes verifying and validating hearing instrument performance

Daily tasks and responsibilities:

• All tasks/procedures related to assessment of hearing for the purpose of dispensing hearing aids (including history taking, air and bone conduction thresholds, speech testing etc)
• All tasks/procedures related to the dispensing of hearing aids (including hearing aid evaluations, recommendations, fitting, verification, validation, impression taking, shell repair and modification).
• Adhere to all infection control and privacy and confidentiality standards.
• Maintain appropriate and complete records and documentation.
• Knowledgeable about all products and services related to the hearing centre.
• Committed to providing the highest level of member service.
• Escorts patients into the hearing testing facility and opens / closes doors when required.

Non-Essential Functions and Tasks:

• Assists in other areas of the warehouse as necessary.

Qualifications (Costco-specific or industry-specific skills that candidates must possess):

• Education/Training: Masters Degree in Audiology or Registered/Licensed Hearing Instrument Practitioner with all qualifications to dispense hearing aids in your province.
• Licenses/Certifications: Registered (or eligible for registration) with the regulatory College in your province and/or Member in Good Standing with your Provincial Association with any required licensing for practice. Authorized (or eligible) to provided government funded services (in provinces where it is applicable.
• Experience: Clinical experience is preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills: Attention to detail and technical aptitude. Strong organizational and time management. Strong communication and counseling member service skills. Strong computer skills. Position requires a fully qualified Dispensing Audiologist or Hearing Instrument Practitioner.
• Other:

Knowledge and talents recommended for job success:
NOTE: For postings in Quebec locations, candidates must be able to communicate in French (oral and written).