Audiology technician jobs in Finland
Audiology technicians create and service hearing aids and hearing protection products. They dispense, fit and provide hearing aids for those who need them.
Audiology technician - Which skills are essential?
The procedures related to maintaining a hygienic environment within a health care setting such as hospitals and clinics. It can range from hand washing to cleaning and disinfection of medical equipment used and infection control methods.
The set of health, safety and hygiene standards and items of legislation applicable in a specific sector.
Clean laboratory glassware and other equipment after use and inspect it for damage or corrosion in order to ensure its proper functioning.
Produce an impression of the ear for an ear mould, also adjusting the mould accordingly.
Avoiding possible risks and unwanted outcomes by watching carefully over all parts of a machine, device or vehicle and executing processes of production, maintenance or repair with great care.
Order supplies and devices related to hearing aids and similar audiology-related equipment.
Perform basic repairs, replacements and adjustments to hearing aids at the customers' specific request.
Provide customers with advice on various types of hearing aids and inform customers on how to operate and maintain hearing devices.
Keep records of customers' prescriptions, payments and work orders sent to the laboratory.
Types and brands of audiological equipment and accessories for audiometers and hearing tests, foam tips, bone conductors, etc.
Audiology technician - Which skills are useful but not essential?
Contribute to the delivery of coordinated and continuous healthcare.
Use mobile health technologies and e-health (online applications and services) in order to enhance the provided healthcare.
Set up a proper procedure to manage appointments, including policies related to cancellation and nonappearance.
Understand the background of clients` and patients’ symptoms, difficulties and behaviour. Be empathetic about their issues; showing respect and reinforcing their autonomy, self-esteem and independence. Demonstrate a concern for their welfare and handle according to the personal boundaries, sensitivities, cultural differences and preferences of the client and patient in mind.
The study of sound, its reflection, amplification and absorption in a space.
The phonologic, morphologic and syntactic aspects and characteristics of human communication for individuals affected by hearing impairment.
The means by which sounds are transmitted through the outer, middle, inner ear and brain.
Geriatrics is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
Prepare audiologist patients for assessment and consultation; prepare medical equipment and hearing tests.
The manifestation, causes and symptoms of hearing impairment, which is the partial or total inability to hear.
The structure, functions and characteristics of the outer middle and inner ear, through which sounds are transferred from the environment to the brain.
The types, characteristics and suppliers of hearing devices which amplify sound for the individual who is wearing it, with the aim of making speech more intelligible, and to correct impaired hearing.
Recommend hearing aids to suit specific needs or conditions.
Schedule the appointments for an audiologist's patients.
Comply with the regional and national legislation that is relevant to one`s work and apply it in practice.
Adapt hearing tests to suit the age and ability of the patient.
Give attention to what other people say, patiently understand points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; able to listen carefully the needs of customers, clients, passengers, service users or others, and provide solutions accordingly.
Prepare basic hearing tests and audiological screenings; examine ear canals using an otoscope; provide assistance during more complex audiology tests.
Make referrals to other professionals, based on the healthcare user's requirements and needs, especially when recognising that additional healthcare diagnostics or interventions are required.
Program hearing aids using a computer, fitting and dispensing hearing aids, or administering cochlear implants, electronic devices used to improve a person`s hearing.
Use audiometers and computers to determine the degree of a patient`s hearing disorder and find other factors relating to the problem.