Audiologist, Kaimātai ororongo
Audiologists manage the treatment of people with hearing, balance or other ear-related problems. They may fit hearing aids and do research related to hearing issues.
Duration
02:23 mins
Your pay could be
$59K
Lower
$74K to $125K
Most common
$152K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
6-7 years
Audiologists
- usually work regular business hours
- usually work in hospitals, private practices and universities, and may travel locally
- need to be methodical, communicate well and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- test patient hearing
- fit hearing aids
- diagnose and treat balance problems
- analyse test data to diagnose patients
- check and adjust audio equipment and aids
- develop treatment plans
- research hearing problems
- remove wax from patient ears
- give advice about hearing loss prevention
- communicate with patients, caregivers and whānau
Investigative
Social
Organised
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You need
- a relevant bachelor's degree
- a Master of Audiology
- to pass a police check
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
New Zealand Audiological Society
Phone Number,0800 625 166
admin@audiology.org.nz
https://audiology.org.nz/If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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