Otolaryngologist (ENT Physician) – Locum Tenens

Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week | VA Health Care System

Position Overview

We are seeking a qualified Otolaryngologist (ENT Physician) to provide comprehensive clinical and surgical care for Veterans within a major VA Health Care System. This locum tenens opportunity offers a rewarding environment where physicians deliver specialized otolaryngology services across outpatient clinics, operating rooms, and inpatient settings.

The selected provider will work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, diagnosing and treating a wide range of ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions while maintaining the highest standards of patient care, documentation, and quality improvement.

Contract Due Date: November 16, 2026

Position Details

• Title: Otolaryngologist (ENT Physician)
• Employment Type: Locum Tenens
• Schedule: Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week
• Setting: VA Medical Center
• Patient Population: Adult Veterans
• Practice Areas:
  • Outpatient ENT Clinic
  • Operating Room
  • Inpatient Consultations
  • Postoperative Care

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat disorders of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide outpatient ENT consultations and follow-up care.
• Manage acute and chronic otolaryngologic conditions.

Surgical Responsibilities

Perform surgical procedures within granted privileges, including but not limited to:

• Thyroidectomy
• Parotidectomy
• Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
• Head and Neck Cancer Resections
• Panendoscopy
• Additional ENT procedures consistent with training and credentialing

Inpatient Services

• Provide inpatient ENT consultations.
• Conduct daily rounds and postoperative evaluations.
• Collaborate with hospitalists, surgeons, oncologists, and other specialists regarding patient care.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete clinical documentation promptly and accurately within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Maintain compliance with VA regulations, policies, and quality standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and peer review activities.
• Ensure proper coding and documentation supporting patient care services.

Schedule

Full-Time Coverage

Clinic Days

• Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Alternating Wednesdays: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Operating Room Days

• Monday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Alternating Wednesdays: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Additional Coverage

• Every other Tuesday and Thursday in clinic
• Every other Wednesday in the operating room

Final schedule to be confirmed by the facility.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of credentialing experience
• Minimum 1 year of Otolaryngology/Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) experience
• Experience providing both clinical and surgical ENT services preferred

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution
• Completion of an accredited Otolaryngology residency program

Board Status

Must possess one of the following:

• Board Certified in Otolaryngology
• Board Eligible in Otolaryngology

Certifications

Must hold one of the following Basic Life Support certifications:

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)
• American Red Cross (ARC) Basic Life Support (BLS)

Must also hold one of the following advanced certifications:

• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• American Red Cross (ARC) Advanced Life Support (ALS)
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)

Additional Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain all facility credentialing and privileging requirements
• Strong clinical decision-making and surgical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centered care
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous VA, military, or federal healthcare experience
• Experience caring for complex adult patient populations
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems
• Experience performing a broad range of ENT surgical procedures

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Consistent full-time schedule
• Professional and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to serve and support Veterans
• Long-term locum tenens assignment potential

Why Join This Opportunity?

This position offers a unique opportunity to provide specialized ENT care to the nation's Veterans while working in a well-supported healthcare environment. Physicians will have access to a diverse patient population, an established surgical program, and a predictable full-time schedule that combines outpatient practice with operative responsibilities.