Job Description Summary
The Medical University of South Carolina, Department of Otolaryngology, invites applications for a full-time, 2-year post-doctoral fellowship position, focusing on cochlear implants in both the clinical and research setting. Candidates must be recent AuD graduates who are looking to enhance their knowledge in pediatric and adult cochlear implantation. MUSC provides care for more than 1800 patients with cochlear implants, and we implant more than 150 patients yearly. In addition, we have very active, NIH-funded hearing and cochlear implant research programs.
The Department of Otolaryngology includes six Otologists, six Pediatric Otolaryngologists and 19 audiologists. Cochlear implant services are provided at the main campus of MUSC in downtown Charleston as well as satellite locations.
Salary is commensurate with the NIH post-doctoral pay scale.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and CV to:
Kara Leyzac, AuD, PhD and Ted McRackan, MD, MSCR
Medical University of South Carolina
Department of Otolaryngology – HNS
135 Rutledge Avenue, MSC 550
Charleston, SC 29425
(843) 792-9928
mcrackan@musc.edu and leyzac@musc.eduEntity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type?
FacultyCost Center
CC000991 COM OTO Audiology & Cochlear Implant CCPay Rate Type
SalaryPay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
$0 - $0 - $0Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
Responsibilities include providing diagnostic and therapeutic audiology services for the cochlear implant program including adult and pediatric evaluations, candidacy determination, intra-operative testing, and post-operative programming. The fellowship experience will also include active participation in cochlear implant research, and active research mentorship with MUSC faculty.
Minimum Requirements: PhD/MD equivalent
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to climb ladders. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 150 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 75 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 75 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift and carry patients weighing up to 300 lbs., assisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 200 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Must be able to maintain bi-lateral hand movement skills. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Additional New Requirements: Ability to maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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