Audiologist

JOB SUMMARY:

The Audiologist delivers high-quality, evidence-based audiological care within a tertiary hospital setting. This role includes conducting comprehensive patient assessments, performing advanced diagnostic evaluations, and developing individualized treatment plans for hearing and balance disorders.

The postholder works as part of a multidisciplinary team and contributes to collaborative patient care, supports service development and innovation, and actively participates in clinical education, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluation

• Obtains detailed patient histories, including medical, developmental, social, educational, and familial aspects.

• Performs otoscopic examinations to assess the external auditory canal and tympanic membrane, documenting any abnormalities.

• Immittance-Based Assessment: Conducts multi-frequency tympanometry, acoustic reflex testing (including threshold, decay), and Eustachian tube function assessments to evaluate middle ear and auditory pathway integrity.

• Behavioral Audiometric Evaluation: Selects and performs age- and condition-appropriate behavioral tests for pediatric and adult patients. These include Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA), Free-Field Audiometry, Conditioned Play Audiometry (CPA), Pure-Tone Audiometry (air and bone conduction), extended high-frequency testing, and speech audiometry (SRT, WRS in quiet and noise).

• Retro cochlear Evaluation: Administers specialized tests (e.g., Tone Decay, SISI, PI-PB) to screen for retro cochlear pathologies.

• Central Auditory Processing: Performs basic central auditory processing screening tests (e.g., temporal processing, auditory figure-ground tasks) where applicable.

• Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE): Performs and interprets Distortion Product and Transient Evoked OAEs.

• Electrophysiological Testing: Conducts auditory evoked potential assessments such as ABR, ASSR, and ECochG as part of diagnostic protocols.

• Vestibular Assessment: Participates in vestibular testing (e.g., VNG, caloric testing, VEMP, vHIT, and post urography) as appropriate.

• Tinnitus and Sound Sensitivity Assessments: Administers tinnitus questionnaires and audiological tests including pitch/loudness matching, minimum masking level, and loudness discomfort level testing.

• Newborn Hearing Screening and Early Intervention: Participates in newborn hearing screening and early hearing detection programs, including diagnostic follow-up as needed.

Intervention and Management

• Hearing Devices: Evaluates candidacy for and provide fitting, verification, programming, and troubleshooting of hearing aids, bone conduction devices, cochlear implants, and assistive listening systems.

• Rehabilitation and Counseling: Delivers patient-centered aural rehabilitation, including counseling, auditory training, and communication strategies. Educate patients on hearing conservation and the use of protective devices.

• Management of Specific Conditions: Supports the assessment and management of auditory processing disorders, ototoxicity monitoring, and noise-induced hearing loss, using evidence-based practices.

• Provides ongoing support and follow-up to monitor patient progress and adapt management strategies as needed.

Patient-Centered Service Delivery

• Provides timely and appropriate intervention to minimize the impact of hearing loss on communication, learning, and quality of life.

• Maintains accurate and thorough documentation of assessment results, treatment plans, patient interactions, and outcomes.

• Communicates clearly, compassionately, and effectively with patients, families, and caregivers regarding diagnoses, management options, and care plans.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration and Consultation

• Collaborates with physicians (ENT, neurology, pediatrics), speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.

• Participates in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, case discussions, and care planning as needed.

• Supports continuous improvement of clinical services by sharing insights and participating in departmental initiatives.
  

Quality Assurance, Research, and Professional Development

• Follows clinical protocols and hospital policies to maintain high-quality, safe, and effective service delivery.

• Participates in departmental quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits when requested.

• Engages in clinical education activities, including mentoring students or interns under supervision.

• Stays updated with current research, best practices, and advancements in audiology through continuing professional development and training.

Administration and Operational Support

• Ensures proper use, maintenance, and daily calibration checks of audiological equipment.

• Reports equipment issues promptly and support inventory tracking or supply needs where applicable.

• Complies with all hospital infection control, safety, and documentation protocols.

Ethical and Culturally Competent Practice

• Provides care that is respectful of cultural, linguistic, and individual differences.

• Ensures that services are inclusive and accessible to diverse patient populations.

• Upholds ethical principles in all clinical interactions, including informed consent, patient autonomy, and confidentiality.

• Adheres to Sidra’s standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies.

• Adheres to and promotes Sidra’s Values

In view of the evolving needs and opportunities within Sidra, this position may be required to perform other duties as assigned and reporting relationships may vary.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: