Audiologist
Audiologists are the specialists who perform the examinations necessary to assess the hearing abilities of their clients and establish treatment plans with them to help them restore the use of communication through different means. Audiologists are experts in corrective hearing devices, sign language and the physical layout of the living environment.
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Prerequisits
Undergraduate degree - Minimum GPA of 3.3 required (Academic)
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Letter of reference
Relevant volunteer or professional experience or specialized qualifications (optional)
Knowledge in the humanities is an asset
Daily tasks
- Manage the patient at the time of admission
- Diagnose the patient's hearing problems
- Determine the appropriate hearing device for the patient and their condition
- Establish personalized treatment and work programs
- Write medical prescriptions for patients
- Advise other health professionals when working as a team
- Meet with patients regularly to work with them
Required skills
- Ability to assess, plan and implement a care program
- Analyze situations to find the best solution
- Enjoy working with the public
- Good listening skills and communicate easily
- Love teamwork and interdisciplinary
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Salary
Annual salary at 40h per week: $84 365
Min hourly rate: $25,84 / h ($53 747)
Max hourly rate: $43,27 / h ($90 002)
* Median rate according to Statistics Canada
Work locations
- Doctor's offices
- Hospital center
- Long-term care facilities
- Private clinic
- Self-employed
Training institutions
Available scholarships in Nova Scotia
Type of diploma obtained
Master of Science
Years of study: 3