Audiologist at Ishk Tolaram Foundation

Overview of Role

• We are looking for an Audiologist to join our team and support our work in the Hearing Aids program. The role is based in Lagos.

Responsibilities
Managing the execution of the Hearing Aids program:

• Examine, diagnose, and treat patients who have hearing loss or hearing problem
• Examine patients who have conditions related to the outer, middle, or inner ear
• Assess the results of the examination and diagnose the problem
• Create a treatment plan to meet the patient’s goals
• Fit and dispense hearing aids (assistive listening devices)
• Counsel patients and their families on ways to listen and communicate
• Monitor and evaluate patients regularly on their condition and modify treatment plans, if needed
• Record the patient’s progress
• Research the causes and treatment of hearing and balance disorders
• Have knowledge of pediatrics, geriatrics, ear balance, cochlear implants, hearing aids, tinnitus, and auditory processing among other issues.
• Manage the Audiology team and their deliverables and support in their professional development
• Administrative tasks for Hearing Aids Program
• Monitor and evaluate program activities, and liaise with the Communication Officer to demonstrate our impact
• Maintain accurate program records and databases, and assist Program Director in generating reports for internal and external purposes
• Manage and ensure adherence to ITF communication guidelines and annual budget targets
• Maintain a process of verification for payments for hearing aids with the Accounts Department
• Oversee maintenance of patient’s details and feedback
• Adhering to local policies and regulations in the execution of the program
• Keeping abreast of global and domestic trends pertaining to issue areas in focus for Hearing Aids Program in Nigeria.

Academic / Work Experience

• Master’s Degree in Audiology
• The Degree includes anatomy, physiology, diagnosis and treatment, genetics, and clinical practice in audiology
• Latest License from MRTB to practice audiology
• Latest Competency Certificate from SPAAN
• Work experience of 3 - 4 years as an audiologist in an ENT office, hospital, or a clinic.

Skills:

• Experienced in initiating and managing programs from start to finish
• Experienced in managing multiple stakeholders and partners
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Good financial skills: Able to compile and manage a budget, carry out basic accounting
• Able to apply medical knowledge to patient cases to treat and diagnose each case
• Sound academic research skills: Able to perform a thorough literature review and contribute ideas based on data, evidence, and best practice
• Good command of IT, including MS Office, G Suite (preferable), social media.

Key Attributes:

• Confident self-starter, proactive and intrinsically driven
• Strong self-organization skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent people skills, including the ability to manage stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
• Able to adapt to evolving priorities and a dynamic environment
• Strong ethical character and positive team player
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Passionate about social impact, development, and change-making.