Join the University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service (USAIS) as a Rehabilitationist and make a meaningful impact in the lives of cochlear implant and auditory implant users. You will have a unique opportunity to further your career by using your clinical skills within a University setting allowing you to access up-to-date research in this field.
Speech and Language Therapists and Hearing Therapists are encouraged to apply for this post. This is a part-time permanent post (28 hours/week).
As a Rehabilitationist, you will play a vital role in helping patients adapt to and optimise their auditory implants. Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you’ll provide specialist rehabilitation, guiding patients through their hearing journey.
Your key responsibilities will include:
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Delivering tailored rehabilitation programmes for cochlear and bone conduction implant recipients
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Assessing patient progress and adjusting therapy strategies accordingly
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Providing education and support to patients, families, and caregivers
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Collaborating with audiologists, rehabilitationists, and other professionals to enhance outcomes
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Contributing to research and teaching opportunities within the university setting
What We’re Looking For
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Experience in rehabilitation for individuals with auditory implants or hearing loss (training will also be provided)
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HCPC or RCSLT or equivalent professional registration
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Strong communication skills and a patient-focused approach
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Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Working at the University of Southampton:
Check out the staff benefits and why you should join us at The University of Southampton! We offer a range of great benefits that includes a contributory pension scheme; holiday entitlement of 30 days plus 8 bank holidays and 6 additional holidays (closure days); subsidised health and fitness facilities on-site; cycle to work scheme; a range of discounts which include restaurants, retail outlets and entertainment.
For information on the Service please look at the website http://ais.southampton.ac.uk/
Informal enquiries and visits to the centre can be arranged by contacting Sarah Baumann, Team Lead, [email protected], or Prof Roberta Buhagiar, Clinical Services Manager [email protected] at the University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service, Telephone 02380 593522.
- An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.
Apply by 11.59 pm UK time on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or
quoting the job number.
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