Audiologist

চাকরির বিবরণ

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.

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.

দায়িত্ব

• 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.

যোগ্যতা

• ESSENTIALPREFERRED
• Education- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited program in Audiology
• Master’s Degree from an accredited program in Audiology
• Experience- 5+ years of relevant clinical experience
• Work experience in an acute pediatric academic medical center
• More than 2 years of experience in diagnostic and rehabilitative audiology.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams within hospital settings.
• Work experience in an acute pediatric academic medical center.
• Experience in teaching and training audiology students or junior staff
• Certification and Licensure- Licensure or Registration from country of origin if applicable
• Holder of Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-A) in Audiology from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or from an internationally recognized accredited professional organization from country of origin
• Eligible for licensure in Qatar after onboarding.
• Job Specific Skills and Abilities- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to deal with conflict.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Ability to work in high pressure hospital environment.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving in complex audiological cases.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• Fluency in written and spoken English