Audiologist - Cochlear Implant Specialist
About The Position
Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: Audiology - Cochlear Implant Job Summary: JOB SUMMARY Evaluates, treats and counsels patients with hearing disorders to improve communication function through use of cochlear implants. Initiates collaboration with health care team to meet patient care, outcomes and system improvement objectives. . Audiologist – Cochlear Implant Specialist Location: Vanderbilt University Medical Center – Medical Center East, Nashville, TN Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Required: ASHA CCC‑A Doctor of Audiology (AuD) Shape the Future of Hearing Health at Vanderbilt Health At Vanderbilt Health, our audiologists are part of a nationally recognized, patient‑centered team advancing cutting‑edge hearing and cochlear implant care. If you’re passionate about helping patients of all ages access life‑changing hearing technology — and you thrive in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment — we invite you to join us. What You’ll Do In this specialized clinical role, you will provide advanced audiologic care to pediatric and adult cochlear implant patients while working with all three major cochlear implant manufacturers (Cochlear, MED‑EL, Advanced Bionics). Key responsibilities include: Conduct comprehensive diagnostic audiologic evaluations Complete cochlear implant candidacy assessments and pre‑operative evaluations Perform device activation (“switch‑on”), programming, mapping, and long‑term follow‑up care Troubleshoot CI devices, accessories, and assistive technologies Provide counseling, rehabilitation guidance, and education to patients and families Deliver general audiology services Maintain detailed documentation and clinical outcome tracking Collaborate with otologists, SLPs, educators, and multidisciplinary teams Support the education and training of AuD students and residents in Vanderbilt’s top‑ranked academic environment What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications Doctor of Audiology (AuD) ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC‑A) Eligibility for Tennessee audiology licensure Demonstrated experience in cochlear implant evaluation and programming Preferred Qualifications One year of cochlear implant clinical experience (adult and/or pediatric) Experience with Cochlear, MED‑EL, and Advanced Bionics Strong patient‑facing communication and counseling skills Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment Why Join Vanderbilt Health? Exceptional Benefits Day One eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and retirement Access to state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic and implant technologies Professional development, mentorship, and teaching opportunities Opportunity to work with a highly diverse patient population, including pediatrics National Recognition Ranked the #1 Hospital in Tennessee and Nashville by U.S. News & World Report Named to Becker’s Great Hospitals in America list Home to the #1 nationally ranked graduate programs in Audiology and Speech‑Language Pathology Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital: #1 in Tennessee and the Southeast Proud Magnet‑designated health system committed to evidence‑based practice and interdisciplinary care A Mission That Matters At Vanderbilt Health, we believe exceptional care starts with exceptional people. Our shared purpose is simple: help every patient live their healthiest life through connection, compassion, and world‑class expertise.
Requirements
- Doctor of Audiology (AuD)
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC‑A)
- Eligibility for Tennessee audiology licensure
- Demonstrated experience in cochlear implant evaluation and programming
Nice To Haves
- One year of cochlear implant clinical experience (adult and/or pediatric)
- Experience with Cochlear, MED‑EL, and Advanced Bionics
- Strong patient‑facing communication and counseling skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
Responsibilities
- Completes full diagnostic hearing assessments using the appropriate testing method and cochlear implant equipment for the patient type (adult and pediatric), diagnosis, and reason for referral.
- Formulates and/or implements a treatment plan to address deficits and patient/family areas of concern.
- Completes documentation in a timely manner.
- Provides education/consultation to patient, family, health care team and community.
- Enhances and impacts our knowledge of the nature of communicative and related disorders.
Benefits
- Day One eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and retirement
- Access to state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic and implant technologies
- Professional development, mentorship, and teaching opportunities
- Opportunity to work with a highly diverse patient population, including pediatrics
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
