252711 AUDIOLOGIST
Provides diagnostic assessment and rehabilitative services related to human hearing defects.
Skill Level: 1
Indicative Skill Level:
In Australia and New Zealand:
Occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Tasks Include:
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Assessing and diagnosing the extent of client hearing loss using a wide range of techniques, including audiometric tests
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Reporting results of assessments and tests in writing and making referrals to medical practitioners
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Recommending solutions to those with hearing impairment including amplification, implantable devices, medical interventions and assistive listening devices and providing aural rehabilitation programs
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Providing counselling, advice and information to clients and families as a part of overall treatment
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Assisting with the development and management of noise control and hearing conservation strategies
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Administering standardised and informal tests and observing clients to determine the nature and extent of their communication disorders or swallowing difficulties
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Providing treatment and management of speech, language, learning and communication disorders that may be developmental, part of a disability, or acquired as a result of injury or disease
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Advising on the positioning of the body and on the textures of food and fluids which assists an individual to eat and swallow safely without choking
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Providing information and education to health professionals, early childhood educators and teachers, and support and counselling to individuals affected by communication and swallowing difficulties, and to their families and carers.