Overview
Ear Nurse role at Audika .
Role purpose : To provide specialized ear care through a professional, high quality ear health micro-suction specialist service. Through this service, identify ear health issues to be able to provide appropriate treatments.
Key responsibilities
- Perform procedures such as micro-suction to remove earwax and other obstructions.
- Diagnose and treat ear conditions, identifying issues such as infections, hearing loss and other ear-related health problems and provide appropriate treatments.
- Educate patients, offering guidance on ear health, preventative care, and how to manage chronic conditions.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals by working closely with audiologists and audiometrists, general practitioners and other specialists to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
- Ensure all equipment is maintained and repaired to a professional standard.
- Maintain and comply with appropriate infectious control procedures.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, documenting examinations, treatments, and follow-up care.
- Facilitation of Hearing Screening assessments via the AMTAS units (if applicable). Training will be provided.
Qualifications
Previous clinical experience as an Ear Health Nurse Micro-Suction Specialist (preferred).A fully registered General Nurse as recognised by the New Zealand Nursing Council.Experience
Previous experience in a similar role.Ability to think creatively when reviewing data and to develop resultant action plans.Ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively.Demonstrated effectiveness in being a valued part of a cohesive team.Superior written and verbal communication skills.Proficiency in other MS Office programmes highly desirable.Skills and Abilities
Competent knowledge of all Ear Health Specialist issues, solutions, management and treatments.Competent at meeting clients’ Ear Health needs or referring on if and when appropriate.Seeks advice and support from other relevant professionals when required.Ability to work in various work environments and clinic locations as needed by the demands of the business.Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.Meticulous attention to detail for accurate record-keeping and precise execution of procedures.Strong teamwork skills to work effectively with audiologists, general practitioners, and other healthcare providers.Competent at report writing to clients, referrers and other allied health professions as required.We are offering
A competitive remuneration package. Salary Part-time (Tuesday & Wednesday).Professional development.Employee Assistance Program.Birthday and Christmas gifts.Seniorarity and job details
Seniority level : Not ApplicableEmployment type : Part-timeJob function : Health Care ProviderIndustries : Medical Equipment ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Audika.
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