Highway to Health - Flipbook - Page 30
Hollie
Audiologist
WHAT DID YOU WANT TO BE AT AGE 15?
Doctor
FUN FACT ABOUT YOUR JOB
I can measure brain responses when a person hears a
sound.
BEST BIT OF JOB
WHAT IS YOUR CAREER NOW?
Ability to help people hear day-to-day.
Audiologists are ear specialists who work with
patients’ hearing, balance or other ear-related
problems.
WHAT JOB CHALLENGES DO YOU FACE?
HOW IS YOUR CAREER
CONNECTED TO HEALTH?
SUBJECTS, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS NEEDED
I identify and assess a patient’s hearing through
administering and interpreting diagnostic tests.
The tests include checking sound level and frequency
range, then recommending and providing appropriate
treatment.
In addition, I provide ongoing support and aftercare
to patients throughout their time within the Audiology
Department..
Y ou also need to be understanding and sensitive to the
needs of your patients.
30
Communication barriers can be a challenge within my
role.
In terms of skills, verbal communication is really
important when working in audiology, as well as being
a good listener.