Audiologist Cochlear Implants (PRN)

About the role

Vanderbilt Health: With eight hospitals and over 180 clinics, we are the region’s largest comprehensive academic health system. Vanderbilt Health has a long tradition of providing world-class care to the people of the Mid-South, living out our mission of moving medicine forward through preeminent programs in patient care, education and research. Here you’ll find a spirit of collaboration and a supportive community where your expertise is valued, your knowledge expanded and your uniqueness celebrated. We are committed to fostering an environment where talented, compassionate people are united in bringing the most advanced care to our neighbors throughout the region. Organization: Cochlear Implant Division. Job Summary: Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated PRN cochlear implant audiologist to join our team. As a leading center for excellence in cochlear implant care, we are committed to providing evidence-based patient care and contributing to ongoing innovative research while training students at the graduate level. This is a part-time clinical position dedicated to serving patients of all ages with cochlear implants.

Responsibilities

• Complete intraoperative cochlear implant testing evaluating device integrity and confirming electrode placement
• Conduct cochlear implant candidacy evaluations, activations, and follow-up mappings according to clinical protocol for patients of all ages for all three FDA approved cochlear implant manufacturers
• Complete hearing aid programming for bimodal users
• Complete full diagnostic hearing assessments using appropriate test methods and equipment for patients of all ages
• Formulate and implement treatment plans to address patient needs
• Complete documentation in a concise and timely manner
• Counsel patients, families, and healthcare teams appropriately
• Engage in clinical teaching of graduate students
• Create age appropriate recommendations for educational accommodations for children and engage with IEP team as necessary
• Participate in ongoing clinical research as projects arise
• Collaborate with colleagues to foster ongoing improvement within the cochlear implant program as well as efforts to expand reach more patients with cochlear implant technology
• Maintain continuing education regarding best practices and advancements in cochlear implant technology

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Audiology (AuD) from an accredited program
• ASHA certification (CCC-A)
• Prior experience working with cochlear implant recipients
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that lend to working collaboratively on a team
• LIC-Audiologist - Tennessee
• 1 year of relevant work experience

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.