Audiologist / Hearing Instrument Practitioner (Licensed)

Description of position:
The job requires a Dispensing Audiologist/Hearing Instrument Practitioner who will assess hearing, select/recommend hearing instruments when appropriate (and/or refer when appropriate).  The clinician will also provide dispensing services which includes verifying and validating hearing instrument performance
Daily tasks and responsibilities:

• All tasks/procedures related to assessment of hearing for the purpose of dispensing hearing aids (including history taking, air and bone conduction thresholds, speech testing etc)
• All tasks/procedures related to the dispensing of hearing aids (including hearing aid evaluations, recommendations, fitting, verification, validation, impression taking, shell repair and modification).
• Adhere to all infection control and privacy and confidentiality standards.
• Maintain appropriate and complete records and documentation.
• Knowledgeable about all products and services related to the hearing centre.
• Committed to providing the highest level of member service.
• Escorts patients into the hearing testing facility and opens / closes doors when required.

Non-Essential Functions and Tasks:

• Assists in other areas of the warehouse as necessary.

Qualifications (Costco-specific or industry-specific skills that candidates must possess):

• Education/Training: Masters Degree in Audiology or Registered/Licensed Hearing Instrument Practitioner with all qualifications to dispense hearing aids in your province.
• Licenses/Certifications:  Registered (or eligible for registration) with the regulatory College in your province and/or Member in Good Standing with your Provincial Association with any required licensing for practice.  Authorized (or eligible) to provided government funded services (in provinces where it is applicable.
• Experience:  Clinical experience is preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills:  Attention to detail and technical aptitude. Strong organizational and time management.  Strong communication and counseling member service skills. Strong computer skills.  Position requires a fully qualified Dispensing Audiologist or Hearing Instrument Practitioner.
• Other:         

Knowledge and talents recommended for job success:
NOTE: For postings in Quebec locations, candidates must be able to communicate in French (oral and written).

Costco Wholesale Canada accepts applications for this role on an ongoing basis rather than posting a dated vacancy. Applying adds you to the pool the location draws on when a shift opens. Choose the location you want on Costco Wholesale Canada's page before you apply.