Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time see comments for applicant Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Regular PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $28.31 - $30.06 Paid FTE 0.53 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 38 Planned Start Date Dec. 2 2024 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to an Audiologist, the Audiometric Technician assists with the provision of comprehensive clinical audiology services, newborn hearing screening, the implementation/ operation of selected service area components and the promotion in the community of awareness and maximal use/preservation of hearing abilities. The Audiometric Technician works with families, professionals, agencies and community members in addressing the hearing related needs of the community. Work is performed at various sites including but not limited to the health units and hospitals.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGrade 12 graduation. One year audiometric technician experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience in a similar or related clinical setting. Recent related experience working with newborn infants and their families; clients with a developmental disability; postnatal women. Working knowledge of computer software for electronic mail, data management systems.
Skills And AbilitiesAbility to communicate verbally and in writing.Ability to organize work.Ability to practice and deliver client and family centred care.Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.Ability to work in both acute care and community health care settings.Physical ability and manual dexterity to carry out the duties of the position.Ability to operate related equipment.Ability to type 30 wpmTravel is a requirement of this job. Travel arrangements must meet the requirements of the program. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD120.pdf Additional information for applicants Mon & Fri 9:00-16:30. Every other weekend Sat & Sun 8:30-12:20. Every 4th Thurs 11:00-15:00. Additional Clauses Requisition CA Community Subsector Affiliation/Union BCGEU