Audiologist, Kaimātai ororongo
Also known as
- Hearing therapist
Audiologists manage the treatment of peole with hearing, balance or other ear-related problems. They may fit hearing aids and do research related to hearing issues.
02:23 mins
Your pay could be
$59K
Lower
$81K to $132K
Most common
$162K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
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
- Record patient medical histories.
- Analyse test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
- Adjust prostheses or other assistive devices.
- Test patient hearing.
- Examine patients to assess general physical condition.
- Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
- Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments.
- Train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses.
- Maintain medical or professional knowledge.
- Refer patients to other health care practitioners or health resources.
You need more than one qualification to become an audiologist.
You need
- a Bachelor of Science (Honours) or equivalent in a relevant subject area
- 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.nzIf you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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