Audiology - Audiologist (Abbotsford)

Audiology - Audiologist (Abbotsford)

24 Oct
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Fraser Health Authority
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Abbotsford

24 Oct

Fraser Health Authority

Abbotsford

The salary range for this position is CAD $44.85 - $56.02 / hour The salary range for this position is CAD $44.85 - $56.02 / hour Our Public Health team is looking for Audiologists who are excited to work with an amazing team of forward-thinking supportive clinicians, leaders, and staff. If you are interested in providing guidance to Audiometric Technicians and consultative services to clients, parents, other health professionals and community members, this position is for you. Hearing services for children - Fraser Health Authority Click here to find out more about the community: Did you know that recent graduates from programs that are from in-demand occupations such as audiologists can have their B.C. student loans forgiven by working with children in local communities?

You may be eligible for Relocation Assistance. We are currently looking to fill a Full Time opportunity for an Audiologist with Public Health located in Abbotsford, BC .

Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax.

Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one.

Maternity

Top-Up: Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave. The Audiologist identifies, assesses, and treats children (newborns to 19 years of age) with hearing related issues, including the fitting of amplification devices. Provides guidance to Audiometric Technicians and consultative services to clients, parents, other health professionals and community members.

Performs audiological assessments, on a referral basis, for infants,



preschool and school age children with suspected hearing disorders and/or related disorders. performs follow-up testing; adapts assessment and testing procedures to accommodate clients of different ages and clients with special needs such as the physically, mentally and/or multiple disabled. Screens children/family and provides information or referral to other agencies for further follow-up; Provides guidance to Audiometric Technicians by ensuring standards are met, are familiar with program policies and directives through a process of orientation, and by regular communication and updates. Provides input into the audiology program by analyzing priorities, recommending equipment acquisitions and replacements.

Maintains inventory of hearing aids and related equipment, including monitoring revenue and expenses; Develops and maintains effective and productive communication links with the community by liaising with colleagues, community agencies, schools, government and other health care professionals. Interprets audiology policies and applies them accordingly to the audiology program. Education, Training and Experience Graduation from an approved school of Audiology.

One (1) year's recent, related clinical experience or a combination of education, training, and experience.



Current active registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC and certification in applicable advanced competency. Eligible for membership in the Canadian and/or BC Association of Speech/Language Pathology and Audiology (CASLPA and/or BCSLPA).

Valid BC Drivers Licence and access to personal vehicle for business-related purposes. Demonstrated thorough knowledge of theory, principles, methods, objectives and practices of Audiology and its application to the diagnosis and treatment of hearing disorders in children. Demonstrated knowledge of equipment and materials used in the assessment and treatment of hearing disorders.

Ability to plan, select, implement and evaluate individual client plans for the assessment and rehabilitation of persons with hearing problems. Ability to select, administer and interpret various Audiology tests. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

About Fraser Health Fraser

Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force.

Fraser

Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. #

📌 Audiology - Audiologist (Abbotsford)
🏢 Fraser Health Authority
📍 Abbotsford

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