Hearing aide technician vs hearing care practitioner

Differences between hearing aide technician and hearing care practitioner duties and responsibilities

Hearing aide technician example responsibilities.

• Manage daily customer invoicing, service calendar, accounts receivable/payable, and account reconciliations in QuickBooks.
• Maintain rehabilitation equipment and supplies by checking inventory, fulfilling supply orders, completing equipment requests, and performing preventive maintenance.
• Create, maintain reports, spreadsheets, databases, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Prepare patients for electrical stimulation, mechanical traction, and ultrasounds.

Hearing care practitioner example responsibilities.

• Conduct therapeutic procedures to maintain a patent airway, remove via suctioning of secretions, to achieve adequate ventilation & oxygenation.
• Fit hearing aids and provide auditory rehabilitation to all in need.
• Provide tracheal suctioning and tracheostomy care.
• Assist with therapeutic bronchial washing and intubation.
• Provide CPR and airway maintenance during emergency situations.
• Work in NICU monitoring respiratory status and assisting in newborn delivery.
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