Audiology Assistant

MANITOBA POSSIBLE SERVICES INC.•Winnipeg, MB

14d•CA$41,649 - CA$49,820•Hybrid

About The Position

Manitoba Possible believes an inclusive and accessible society is possible and works to eliminate barriers to full and equal participation. They provide programs and services throughout the province by working collaboratively, diversifying, and innovating. The Audiology Assistant performs direct and indirect client care and non-client care activities under the supervision of an Audiologist. This position reports to the Manager, Provincial Outreach Therapy for Children-Jordan’s Principle. The role is based at the SSCY Centre in Winnipeg and serves children and youth at the centre and in First Nations communities. This is an 11-month full-time term position with a possibility of extension.

Requirements

Completion of Rehabilitation Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Basic computer skills and Medical Terminology required.
Strong English oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
Accurate word processing; computer skills including Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel), etc.
Excellent organization skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to travel to provide audiological services in Manitoba.
Valid driver’s license and access to/use of a vehicle.
Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with infants/children in a health care setting preferred.
Experience working with communication disorders and deaf and hard of hearing people would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Performs direct and indirect client care and non-client care activities delegated and supervised by the Audiologist.
Participates as a member of the Jordan’s Principle team and performs audiological services as directed by the audiologist.
Consults with families and other team members, demonstrating culturally safe practices.
Responsible for day-to-day administration functions required by the Audiology department.
Schedules appointments with families and makes necessary travel arrangements.
Assists the Audiologist during hearing evaluations of children and youth who may be difficult to test, using behavior management and conditioning techniques as directed.
Monitors and troubleshoots the functioning of screening and audiology equipment, including performing listening checks, replacing batteries, cleaning/disinfecting units, performing minor maintenance, and arranging for repairs and ongoing calibration.
Administers computerized hearing screenings to clients, observing their well-being during the test procedure.
Prepares clients for testing by the Audiologist.
Conducts hearing screenings for clients and re-screening when required.
Schedules clients for follow-up appointments and refers them to the appropriate location for diagnostic hearing assessments per established protocols, promoting compliance with follow-up.
Participates in program meetings and maintains current knowledge of screening issues by reviewing the screener training manual and attending related in-service training courses.
Maintains confidentiality of client and staff information.
Understands and adheres to the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba (CASLPM 2015) Guidelines for the Use of Support Personnel in Audiology and Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC) Supportive Personnel Guidelines Working with Audiologists (2004).
Adheres to all safety and health regulations and safe work practices.
Maintains knowledge of emergency procedures and acts on them as needed.
Performs administrative support duties as requested, including inputting data into computer programs and compiling information.
Distributes patient materials including information brochures and correspondence to families.
Maintains supply and equipment inventories, identifies requirements, prepares order requisitions, and maintains related records.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned that fall within the scope of the position.