Nkosenhle Nxumalo
Audiologist
Nongoma
Summary
Dynamic audiologist and practice manager at New Age Hearing, adept at enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and advanced audiology techniques. Proven track record in implementing tailored treatment programs and conducting comprehensive assessments, while fostering team collaboration and maintaining meticulous patient records. Committed to continuous education and innovative hearing solutions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Audiologist and Practice Manager
New Age Hearing
02.2025 - Current
- Planned individually designed treatment programs to restore more seamless communication and improve hearing.
- Measured hearing acuity and identified type and degree of hearing loss for patients by performing pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry and immittance audiometry testing.
- Enhanced patient outcomes through continuous education on the latest advancements in audiology research and technology.
- Regularly updated patient records, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for future appointments or referrals.
Community Service Officer Audiologist
KZN Department of Health
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Performed full diagnostic hearing assessments (otoscopy, acoustic immitance testing, puretone air and bone conduction testing including speech recognition and word reception threshold testing).
- Experience in paediatric and geriatric hearing aid fittings using BTE hearing aids (Phonak, Siemens,Medifix, Rexton, Oticon, Bernafon and Widex) as well and Bone Conduction hearing aids (Puretone headbands and soft bands).
- Proficient in conducting electrophysiology measures such as Auditory
Brainstem Response (ABR) and Auditory Steady State Response (ASSR) tests. - Conducting repairs, re-tubing, troubleshooting and maintenance of paediatric and geriatric aural hearing aids and ear moulds.
- Proficient in tinnitus management/counselling as well as paediatric and geriatric aural rehabilitation.
- Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, alongside physiotherapists, Occupational therapist and speech-language pathologists, within the hospital context and local community.
- Planning and implementing awareness programs at local clinics.
- Performing administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, data collection, record keeping, cleaning and safety procedures as well as managing the ordering of hearing aids, general equipment and departmental stationary.
- In-service training for nursing staff in the hospital regarding pathologies of the ear and audiologist's scope of practice.
Peer Wellness Mentor
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for first year students dealing with difficult issues.
- Assisted first year students in setting achievable goals and creating realistic action plans for personal and professional growth.
- Promoted positive relationships between students (mentees) and other peers and lecturers to encourage social resilience and connection.
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
- Guided mentees in overcoming challenges by sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
Education
Bachelors Degree (Hons) - Audiology
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, Westville 04.2001 -
Matric (Bachelor Pass With 3 A's Levels), - Science
Empilweni Secondary School
Nongoma, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Time management abilities
Effective communication
Team collaboration
Adaptability and flexibility
Patient recordkeeping
Organizational skills
Analytical thinking
Affiliations
- South African Speech-Language-Hearing Association (SASLHA)
- South African Association of Audiology (SAAA)
Exploring new things
- Have a hoby in Research.
- Always willing to learn and accept criticisms.
References
Miss A Mkhize ( Fomer Supervisor at Bethesda Hospital)
Cell no: 066 078 4283
Email: anellemkhize13@gmail.com
Mr S Mdletshe (New are hearing employer)
Cell no: 083 442 3167
Tell no: 035 004 0109
Timeline
Audiologist and Practice Manager
New Age Hearing
02.2025 - Current
Community Service Officer Audiologist
KZN Department of Health
01.2024 - 12.2024
Peer Wellness Mentor
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelors Degree (Hons) - Audiology
University of KwaZulu-Natal
04.2001 -
Matric (Bachelor Pass With 3 A's Levels), - Science
Empilweni Secondary School
04.2001 -
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