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Christopher Blanco

Hickory Hills,IL

Summary

Knowledgeable Hearing Instrument Specialist well-versed in testing hearing, fitting devices and educating patients. Good communication and conflict resolution skills with an organized nature and flexible approach to working with individual clients.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist

Costco
Bolingbrook, IL
04.2013 - Current
  • Tests hearing with complete audiological examinations.
  • Counsels patients and families on communication strategies and effects of hearing loss.
  • Fits devices to specific patient physiology for maximum comfort and effectiveness.
  • Educates clients about how to properly use, maintain and store devices.
  • Perform duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Speech, Language, & Hearing Sciences

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
12.2011

Skills

  • Prioritizes Business Requirements
  • Member Satisfaction
  • Quality Patient Care
  • Hearing Aid Technology Expertise
  • Critical Thinking
  • Software Applications
  • Industry Trends

Accomplishments

  • Costco Hearing Aid Center Midwest (D5) Department of the Year - 2018, 2019, & 2020.
  • Selected as the SLHS Representative on the Health and Human Sciences Undergraduate Curriculum Committee during final year of attendance at Purdue University.

Certification

  • State of Illinois Hearing Instrument Specialist license #3180
  • Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)

Timeline

Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist

Costco
04.2013 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Speech, Language, & Hearing Sciences

Purdue University

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