Rehabilitationist​/Senior Rehabilitationist

Join the University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service (USAIS) as a Rehabilitationist (Speech Therapist or Hearing Therapist) 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.

This is a maternity cover post, so the position is for up to 12 months at 0.8 FTE (28 hours per 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.

• Delivering tailored rehabilitation programmes for cochlear and bone conduction implant recipients
• Assessing patient progress and adjusting therapy strategies accordingly
• Providing education and support to patients, families, and caregivers
• Collaborating with audiologists, rehabilitationists, and other professionals to enhance outcomes
• Contributing to research and teaching opportunities within the university setting

• Qualified Speech and Language Therapist with an interest in working with deaf people, or a Hearing Therapist’
• HCPC or equivalent professional registration
• Strong communication skills and a patient-focused approach
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team