Why Independence Health
Independence Health is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across our network of hospitals, outpatient surgery centers, and specialty clinics. As an ENT Physician with us, you'll have: - Consistent, high patient demand and rapid practice growth - Robust OR block time availability at several surgical facilities - Supportive interdisciplinary teams and advanced practice providers (APPs) - Full access to state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical technologies - A culture that values clinical excellence, innovation, and compassion
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders involving:
- Ear, nose, and throat
- Sinus and allergy conditions
- Hearing and balance disorders
- Sleep-related breathing disorders
- Head and neck pathology
- Perform a full scope of ENT surgical procedures including, but not limited to:
- Endoscopic sinus surgery
- Tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy
- Tympanoplasty and mastoid surgery
- Septoplasty and rhinoplasty
- Procedures for sleep apnea (e.g., tonsillar reduction, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty)
- Utilize OR block time at multiple locations to support surgical volume
- Collaborate effectively with primary care, audiology, pulmonology, speech therapy, and other specialties
- Participate in outpatient clinics, inpatient consults, and shared call coverage
- Document clinical care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
- Contribute to service line growth, quality improvement, and patient experience initiatives
Practice Expectations
- Immediate access to patient referrals and ambulatory flow supporting a busy practice
- Balanced schedule with a mix of:
- High-volume clinic sessions
- Dedicated surgical block time
- Practice across multiple Independence Health sites based on clinical demand
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Otolaryngology
- Eligibility for full PA medical licensure
- DEA registration
- Strong surgical skill set and ability to manage complex ENT cases
- Excellent patient communication and team collaboration
Preferred Experience
- Experience in high-volume clinical settings - Proven ability to efficiently manage surgical block time - Interest in expanding procedural practice lines - Engagement in multidisciplinary clinical care
Compensation & Benefits
Independence Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that may include: - Attractive base salary commensurate with experience - Productivity incentives and quality bonuses - Sign-on bonus and relocation support - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance - Retirement plan with employer contribution - Generous CME allowance and paid time off - Malpractice coverage with tail