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Cochlear Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

IL · On-site

$250 - $350/hr

Nearly 30 neurosciences subspecialties, including respected programs in cerebrovascular disease and stroke, movement disorders, brain tumors, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, spine surgery, cochlear implants ...

Pediatric Otolaryngologist

Peoria, IL · On-site

$534K - $565K/yr

Participate in current Multidisciplinary teams which include aerodigestive, lymphovascular, and pediatric cochlear implants * Collaborate with other pediatric specialists to develop comprehensive ...

Pediatric Otolaryngologist

Peoria, IL · On-site

$534 - $565/hr

Participate in current Multidisciplinary teams which include aerodigestive, lymphovascular, and pediatric cochlear implants * Collaborate with other pediatric specialists to develop comprehensive ...

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Cochlear information

What is a cochlear?

A Cochlear job typically refers to a position at Cochlear Limited, a global company specializing in hearing implants and solutions for people with hearing loss. Jobs at Cochlear span various fields, including engineering, research, customer support, marketing, and medical consulting. Employees work to develop, manufacture, and support cochlear implant technology that helps individuals regain their ability to hear. These roles require expertise in audiology, medical devices, and often collaboration with healthcare professionals.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working with cochlear implants at Cochlear?

Professionals working with cochlear implants at Cochlear often face challenges such as troubleshooting complex device issues, adjusting programming to meet individual patient needs, and staying updated with evolving technology and regulatory standards. Additionally, they may work closely with both patients and family members, often addressing concerns and providing education during emotionally impactful moments. Collaboration with audiologists, surgeons, and rehabilitation specialists is common, requiring both technical and interpersonal expertise. Successfully navigating these challenges leads to life-changing hearing outcomes for patients and contributes significantly to personal and professional growth within the company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the cochlear position, and why are they important?

To excel in a role at Cochlear, you typically need a background in audiology, biomedical engineering, or a related field, with strong technical knowledge of hearing implant technology. Familiarity with fitting and programming cochlear implants, software platforms for device management, and relevant certifications such as CCC-A (Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology) are beneficial. Outstanding communication, problem-solving abilities, and a compassionate approach help professionals support patients and work efficiently within multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure precise device outcomes, positive patient experiences, and effective collaboration in a specialized healthcare setting.

Infographic showing various Cochlear job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Audiologist-Audiology Part Time Days

Northwestern Medical Group

Glenview, IL

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Description

**This is a Part Time, salaried position at 20 hours per week located at the Glenview clinic. Schedule is as follows: Week 1: 3 days and Week 2: 2 days.**

The Audiologist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Audiologist provides diagnostic and habilitation/rehabilitation services for patients with hearing, balance, or other ear-related health conditions. This role performs diagnostic hearing evaluations, hearing aid selection, fitting and follow-up services, cochlear implant evaluation, programming, and rehabilitation, auditory brainstem response evaluations; and neonatal auditory brainstem response screenings. This position routinely acts as preceptor for graduate student clinicians.

Responsibilities:

  • Obtains case history and formulates appropriate individualized evaluation plan.
  • Performs comprehensive adult audiologic evaluations and counsels on results and recommendations.
  • Assesses individual amplification options, selects appropriate amplification options, verifies appropriateness of fitting, utilizes real-ear measurement techniques.
  • Provides patient education (care, and use of amplification devices), discusses purchase agreement terms, addresses post-fitting issues, and makes programming adjustments as needed.
  • Performs, analyzes, and reports on electrophysiologic procedures.
  • Provides clinical instruction and evaluation of doctoral students.
  • Identifies and evaluates cochlear implant candidates, provides post-surgical activation, programming, rehabilitation, and follow-up services, and performs appropriate documentation of all services provided.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

  • Master's degree or higher from accredited program in Audiology.

Licensure:

  • Audiologist, Licensed (IL).

Experience:

  • Zero (0) to two (2) years of experience in a relevant role.

Preferred:

  • 1-2 years of adult cochlear implant experience.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. 

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. 

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

  • Master's degree or higher from accredited program in Audiology.

Licensure:

  • Audiologist, Licensed (IL).

Experience:

  • Zero (0) to two (2) years of experience in a relevant role.

Preferred:

  • 1-2 years of adult cochlear implant experience.
Education:Licensed Patient Care GiverEmployment Type: Part-time