Chief of Otolaryngology (ENT)

Chief of Otolaryngology (ENT) Sayre Pennsylvania

The Chief of Otolaryngology serves as the clinical and administrative leader for a high-volume well-established ENT service overseeing patient care faculty and APPs and program development across adult and pediatric otolaryngology subspecialties. This role is ideal for a board-certified ENT physician with significant leadership experience academic interest and a passion for mentoring and team-based care.

• Location: Sayre Pennsylvania (Finger Lakes / Northern Tier region)

• Category: Physician Otolaryngology / ENT

• Employment: Full-time executive-level department leadership

• Practice: High-volume comprehensive ENT program with subspecialty support in Head & Neck Rhinology Otology and general pediatric ENT.

• Facilities: Modern free-standing ENT clinic; remodeled ICU and ED; updated ORs with access to advanced and robotic technology; robust Epic-based EHR in a top-tier organization.

• Lead and grow a comprehensive otolaryngology program including adult and pediatric ENT services and subspecialty programs (head & neck rhinology otology laryngology as applicable).

• Provide advanced clinical care: evaluate and manage complex ear nose throat and head and neck disorders; perform office- and OR-based procedures and surgeries; participate in call coverage as assigned.

• Recruit develop and mentor otolaryngology physicians advanced practice providers and junior faculty; support career growth academic productivity and a collaborative team culture.

• Partner with hospital and medical group leadership on strategy quality access and service-line growth; ensure evidence-based practice patient safety and regulatory compliance.

• Oversee clinical operations within ENT including clinic flow OR access care pathways and integration with anesthesia oncology radiology audiology speech-language pathology and primary care.

• Support and participate in teaching and academic activities including resident and fellow education and potential medical student teaching through regional academic affiliations.

• Contribute to performance improvement clinical outcomes initiatives and program development in head and neck surgery hearing and balance sinus and skull base disease voice and airway disorders and general otolaryngology.

• MD or DO degree with completion of an ACGME-accredited Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery residency.

• Board Certification in Otolaryngology (ENT).

• A minimum of 5 years of post-training experience with demonstrated success in a senior clinical academic or program leadership role.

• Experience mentoring or developing junior staff/faculty and working within a multidisciplinary team.

• Proven record of clinical excellence; academic accomplishments and/or professional service sufficient to support continued growth of the ENT program.

• Eligibility for medical licensure in Pennsylvania; ability to work collegially within a physician-led integrated health system.

• Advanced Practice Providers support both outpatient and surgical services enhancing clinic efficiency and OR throughput.

• Generous paid time off with additional holidays and sick time plus dedicated meeting/education days with options for home study.

• Teaching and academic opportunities through multiple residency and fellowship programs and a regional medical school campus allowing clinical academic appointments.

• Physician mentoring leadership training and professional development resources available through the health system.

• Comprehensive compensation structure with an RVU-based model supported by a strong internal referral network and long-established patient base.

• Full suite of benefits typically including medical dental disability and retirement plan with employer contributions malpractice coverage with tail and support for licensure and DEA fees.

• Competitive starting and retention incentives and potential financial support for fellowship pursuit or completion depending on candidate needs.

• Robust relocation package with support for moving expenses and trailing spouse/job placement assistance plus organized onboarding and physician support groups to ensure a smooth transition.

The ideal Chief of Otolaryngology is a board-certified fellowship-trained ENT surgeon with strong clinical expertise visible leadership experience and a track record of building programs and mentoring teams. This physician is collaborative mission-driven and comfortable practicing in an integrated physician-led system while balancing clinical care leadership education and strategic development.

Sayre offers small-town charm a low cost of living and a family-friendly environment within the scenic Finger Lakes and Northern Tier region with easy access to outdoor recreation regional wineries and nearby metros like Ithaca and Binghamton. The community combines safe neighborhoods good schools and a strong sense of community with the professional advantages of a growing established health system headquartered locally.