Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Registration
Accomplishments
Roles And Responsibilities
Training
References
Languages
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Prashdinah Manickam

George Town
Prashdinah Manickam

Summary

Licensed Audiologist with progressive, specialized career in the field of Audiology and Speech language pathology. Passionate about optimizing patient quality of life through effective and proficient treatment.

Detail oriented Audiologist with a strong foundation in conducting

hearing tests, maintaining equipments and providing administrative support.

Dedicated to delivering high - quality service and contributing to a positive

patient experience

Overview

3
years of professional experience

Work History

Cayman Hearing Center

Assistant Audiologist
10.2023 - Current

Job overview

Alpha Multispeciality Clinic

Audiologist and Hearing Aid Dispensor
01.2023 - 08.2023

Job overview

Varada ENT Clinic

Audiologist and Speech Language Pathologist
10.2021 - 12.2022

Job overview

Education

Shravana Institute of Speech & Hearing, Ballari VSKUB

Bachlor Of Audiology And Speech Language Pathology
09.2021

University Overview

Percentage: 70%

Seventh Day Adventist Higher Secondary School, Thrissur Indian School Certificate

Higher Secondary
01.2018

University Overview

Percentage: 74%

Skills

  • Public speaking
  • Adaptability
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork
  • Managing Caseloads

Registration

Registration

Central Rehabilitation Register of RCI NO.A93559

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Awarded Best Clinical Conference Paper on the topic Effect of ABR on Encephalitis patient
  • Language Excellence Award for assesment and management of speech therapies in more than four Indian Languages.
  • Secured FIRST PLACE IN STATE LEVEL SPEECH AND DEBATE CONTEST on the topic advantages and disadvantages of social media and technologies on school students.
  • Best Clinician Award from Alpha Multispeciality clinic

Roles And Responsibilities

Roles And Responsibilities
  • Measurements of hearing difficulty in patients of all ages using various audiology diagnostic procedures.
  • Administration and interpretation of audiological special tests.
  • Assessment of newborn hearing screening
  • Assessing candidacy for cochlear implant and post-operative rehabilitation
  • Prescription of appropriate hearing aids
  • Programming of hearing aids and maintenance.
  • Assessment of various Speech – Language disorders
  • Administration of various Speech – Language tests
  • Counseling patients and their families on diagnostic audiology testings.
  • Speech – Language therapy for patients of all ages
  • Report writing referrals and record keeping.
  • Educated patients and families on the proper use and maintenance of hearing aids, leading to improved device performance and user satisfaction.
  • Established trust with diverse patient populations through effective communication techniques tailored to individual needs.
  • Took ear impressions and molds, ordered instruments, and fitted devices, making adjustments for comfort and optimal functionality.
  • Assessed integrity of auditory system by performing auditory brainstem response audiometry and otoacoustic emissions.
  • Provided follow-up care, programming, and monitoring for patients with cochlear implants to guarantee proper functionality.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of best practices within the field of audiology.
  • Planned individually designed treatment programs to restore more seamless communication and improve hearing.
  • Promoted, sold and fit hearing aids and accessories, boosting overall sales Number 20%.
  • Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing emotional stress related to their hearing loss journey.
  • Increased clinic efficiency by streamlining appointment scheduling and record-keeping processes.
  • Created variety of custom ear mold products for patients.
  • Regularly updated patient records, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for future appointments or referrals.
  • Collaborated with primary care physicians and otolaryngologists to initiate mutually beneficial referral programs.
  • Used Gans SOP and VNG tests to evaluate vestibular systems.
  • Optimized clinic workflow by proactively addressing equipment maintenance needs, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
  • Measured hearing acuity and identified type and degree of hearing loss for patients by performing pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry and immittance audiometry testing.
  • Performed comprehensive audiological evaluations for Standard Threshold Shift to determine work-related hearing loss or otherwise.
  • Administered and interpreted electrophysiological testing for infants and children to determine hearing loss.
  • Developed relationships with local physicians, boosting referral rates to the audiology practice.
  • Performed vestibular testing to diagnose and treat balance disorders, improving patient quality of life.
  • Organized community outreach events such as free hearing screenings, raising awareness about the importance of hearing health among local residents.
  • Efficiently managed inventory of hearing aid supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted patient care.
  • Mentored audiology students during clinical rotations, fostering a positive learning environment while sharing expertise.
  • Contributed to workplace safety initiatives by conducting industrial noise assessments and recommending preventative measures.

Training

Training
  • Auditory Evoked Potentials and Hearing Aid Technology conducted by Shravana Institute of Speech and Hearing on 4-1-2020, Ballari, Karnataka
  • Webinar on assessment of vestibular disorder organized by shravana institute of speech and hearing 24/2/2021, ballari, karnataka
  • Webinar on cochlear implants - role of audiologist organised by shravana institute of speech and hearing 22/2/2021, ballari, karnataka
  • Recent Advances in Rehabilitation for Cochlear Implant and Hearing Aid users held atBallari-583104
  • Participated in various talks on Recent Advances in Hearing Aid Technology conducted by Oticon at Ballari, Karnataka
  • National Seminar on Assessment and Management of Dysphagia and Neurogenic Communication Disorders held on 24-1- 2020, at Ballari, Karnataka
  • Webinar on Overview of Assessment and Management of Aphasia Held at Ballari, Karnataka
  • National webinar series on best practice in audiological assessment and Rehabilitation 01/06/2021

References

References

Shareefa P,

Managing Director - Senior Audiologist, Alpha Clinic, Tirur, India, sheriramzi@gmail.com,


Bernadett Toth

Clinical Audiologist

Bernadett.thoth86@gmail.com

Languages

Malayalam
Tamil
English
Kannada
Telugu

Timeline

Assistant Audiologist
Cayman Hearing Center
10.2023 - Current
Audiologist and Hearing Aid Dispensor
Alpha Multispeciality Clinic
01.2023 - 08.2023
Audiologist and Speech Language Pathologist
Varada ENT Clinic
10.2021 - 12.2022
Shravana Institute of Speech & Hearing, Ballari VSKUB
Bachlor Of Audiology And Speech Language Pathology
Seventh Day Adventist Higher Secondary School, Thrissur Indian School Certificate
Higher Secondary
Prashdinah Manickam