Locum - Physician - Otolaryngology Kearney, NE
Listed on 2026-03-09
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Doctor/Physician
Surgeon, Medical Doctor, Locum Physician
Locum - Physician - Otolaryngology Kearney, NE
Join a critical role at a reputable Level II Trauma Center, where your expertise in Otolaryngology can make a direct impact on patient care and hospital operations. We are seeking a dedicated ENT physician to provide weekend call coverage, ensuring our facility maintains its Level II Trauma designation while supporting the needs of our trauma and emergency department teams. This is an excellent opportunity for board-certified physicians seeking flexible, rewarding locum tenens work with comprehensive support and competitive compensation.
This position offers the chance to utilize your specialized skills in procedures such as adenoidectomy, tonsillectomy, lump/tumor removal, and audiogram interpretation, operational within a modern hospital environment utilizing the EPIC electronic medical record system. The provider will play a vital role in maintaining 24/7 ENT coverage, essential for delivering excellent emergency care and trauma services at our facility.
Required Skills:
- Board certification in Otolaryngology (MD or DO)
- Valid medical license and current board certification
- Proven experience in ENT procedures including adenoidectomy, tonsillectomy, and tumor removal
- Ability to work independently with strong diagnostic and procedural skills
- Proficiency in EPIC EMR system
- Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
- Must be able to cover weekend and holiday shifts as specified
Skills:
- Prior experience in a trauma or emergency setting
- Experience with hospital-based ENT services
- Familiarity with managing complex ENT cases and procedures in a Level II trauma environment
Education and Experience:
- Medical degree (MD or DO)
- At least 2 years of post-residency clinical experience in Otolaryngology
- Prior locum or hospital-based practice preferred but not required
- Ability to travel to Kearney, NE, with preferred lodging accommodations at Candlewood Suites
- Travel from your current location to Kearney, NE, details to be coordinated
- Credentialing completion within 30-90 days
- Availability for scheduled dates in 2026, including July 3-6, September 4-8, and December 24-28
- Willingness to provide on-call coverage, including holiday shifts, with specific hourly rates for on-call and callback duties
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #Live Your Life
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