Otolaryngology (ENT) Surgeon Faculty – Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
University of South Alabama (USA Health)
Mobile, AL – America’s Coastal City
USA Health — the region’s only academic health system —
USA Health is recognized as the region’s leading provider of innovative, patient-centered care. The health system continues to strengthen its team of specialty trained ENT surgeons with advanced technologies and support, ensuring exceptional care for all patients across the region and beyond. The division’s long-term goals are to recruit other specialized ENT surgeons in all areas of the specialty and develop an ENT residency program.
Why USA Health
- Reputation: USA Health is a well-established leader in comprehensive surgical and medical care
- Differentiation: It differentiates itself with a commitment to excellence and a comprehensive network of critical services
- Comprehensive healthcare network in Gulf Coast, covering a very large catchment population
- Strong academic focus on medical education and scholarly activity
- Recent expansion to address growing ENT service line and departmental/surgical needs.
- An employer that truly cares about transforming healthcare and nurturing future leaders
Community
- America’s Gulf Coast City: Mobile, Alabama is a Gulf Coast city known for its thriving arts & culture, culinary scene, recreation, quality of life, and southern charm
- Educational Environment: Access to quality school systems committed to excellence
- Community Safety: Mobile has low crime rates, fostering a safe community and a vibrant downtown
- Recreational Opportunities: Temperate climate; Beautiful, white-sand beaches, rivers, nature trails, and family-friendly activities
- Low Cost of Living: Mobile offers a low cost of living compared to many other areas. Ac
Benefits
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive options for employees and their families
- Retirement Plans: 403B and 457 plans with matching contributions
- Generous PTO: 39 days of paid time off per year
- Professional Development: Opportunities for CME and professional growth
- Collegial Environment: Supportive and friendly work culture led by approachable leadership
- Career Advancement: Leadership opportunity at a major university with growth potential and academic rank
Key Responsibilities and Milestone Accomplishments for the ENT Surgeon Role
- Lead comprehensive ENT surgical care and treatment, and engage in educational activities
- By three months, begin operating and seeing patients in clinic
- By six months, comfortably integrate into the team and start teaching residents
- By one year, establish a strong practice and improve patient care delivery
- Collaborate with other medical practitioners
- Perform additional duties as assigned to meet the goals and mission of USA Health
Professional Qualifications
- MD or DO degree
- Completion of a residency or fellowship in Otorhinolaryngology
- Certification by the American Board of Otolaryngology
- Valid license to practice medicine in the state of Alabama, upon hire
- Preferred Expertise in Otolaryngology (ENT) with a working knowledge of advanced surgical techniques. (special interest in skull-based surgery preferred)
Application Instructions:
Confidential inquiries, nominations and applications (CV and Letter of Interest) can be directed to USA Health’s executive search partner Eric Dickerson at Kaye/Bassman International via email at ericd@kbic.com and/or academicmedicine@kbic.com
Salary and Benefits Information
USA Health values its employees, providing a collegial work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive organizational culture that emphasizes work-life balance. USA offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off and medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, and more.
