Pediatric Otolaryngologist

Seattle Children's Hospital•Federal Way, WA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Seattle Children’s is seeking a full-time Comprehensive Pediatric Otolaryngologist to anchor and grow our pediatric surgical practice at the South Clinic in Federal Way, WA. This position offers an ideal balance: the autonomy and high community impact of a regional pediatric otolaryngology practice, fully backed by the academic resources, multidisciplinary network, and world-class reputation of Seattle Children’s Hospital. Practice Environment & Scope Comprehensive Clinical & Surgical Care: Serve as a pediatric otolaryngology expert for families across the South Sound region. The clinical scope focuses on core, high-demand pediatric otolaryngology conditions, including: Sleep-disordered breathing, obstructive sleep apnea, and drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) Pediatric otology (tympanostomy tubes, tympanoplasty, chronic ear disease) Pediatric sinus disease and endoscopic sinus surgery Benign neck masses, thyroid conditions, and congenital lesions Pediatric airway evaluation (e.g., diagnostic laryngoscopy/bronchoscopy, laryngomalacia) Collaborative Network & Subspecialty Referral: Work alongside a robust team of specialized pediatric otolaryngology colleagues, dedicated nurses, advanced practice providers, audiologists, and speech-language pathologists. Call & Hospital Coverage: Participation in the general pediatric otolaryngology call pool at the Seattle Main Campus is a core requirement of this position, ensuring equitable distribution of call and seamless continuity of care for our regional patient population. Primary Location: Federal Way, WA (South Clinic) | Call / Regional Coverage: Seattle Main Campus, Bellevue Clinic and Surgery Center Learn more about our Otolaryngology Department

Requirements

MD/DO (or equivalent) with Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Otolaryngology.
Fellowship training in Pediatric Otolaryngology required.
Strong commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered, high-quality care in an ambulatory surgical setting.
Interest in building strong relationships with regional pediatric primary care providers.
MD Degree.
Board eligibility or certification in Pediatrics by the American Academy of Pediatrics and/or specialty as applicable.
Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges at Seattle Children’s and other sites as applicable.
Licensed as a Physician in the State of Washington or State within WAMI region.
Federal DEA Registration.
Prior to start of employment, must obtain, and maintain in good standing, medical or allied health professional staff privileges that are not limited, revoked, suspended, conditioned, or probationary, except for normal probationary periods due to initial appointment.

Responsibilities

Serve as a pediatric otolaryngology expert for families across the South Sound region.
Provide comprehensive clinical and surgical care for conditions including sleep-disordered breathing, pediatric otology, pediatric sinus disease, benign neck masses, thyroid conditions, congenital lesions, and pediatric airway evaluation.
Work alongside a robust team of specialized pediatric otolaryngology colleagues, dedicated nurses, advanced practice providers, audiologists, and speech-language pathologists.
Participate in the general pediatric otolaryngology call pool at the Seattle Main Campus.