Location: Waterloo, IA
Waterloo, Iowa is a vibrant city known for its strong industrial presence, with major employers like John Deere and Tyson Foods. The city offers a blend of metropolitan amenities while maintaining a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere, and is home to several educational institutions that contribute to its diverse and dynamic environment.
Facility:
This medical center is a well-established healthcare facility serving Waterloo and surrounding communities. The facility features a comprehensive ENT department with modern equipment, including full-time audiology services on-site. The medical center utilizes Epic EMR and provides excellent nursing and ancillary staff support with a 2:1 ratio for providers.
Opportunity: Board Certified - ENT
This is an excellent locum tenens opportunity for an experienced ENT physician to join a respected medical practice. The position requires at least 2 weeks of availability per month starting August 18, 2025, with the potential for ongoing assignments.
Job Details:
- Provide clinical care 3-5 days per week, Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Perform surgical procedures on Fridays
- Provide 24/7 call coverage ideally for 2 consecutive weeks, including coverage for established patients, ED, and consults
- Manage inpatient responsibilities at the medical center
- Serve a diverse patient population including adults from both metropolitan and rural areas
- Work in a well-equipped clinical environment with 3+ exam rooms plus procedure rooms
- Access to on-site medical imaging, laboratory, and pharmacy services
- Typical daily patient volume of 15-25 patients with 15-minute appointment durations
- Perform essential ENT procedures including:
- Basic ENT clinic care
- Basic surgeries such as tubes and tonsils
- Nasopharyngeal scopes
- Biopsies
- Direct laryngoscopies
- Ear cleaning and post-operative care
- Requirements include:
- Board Certification in Otolaryngology
- Active Iowa license or IMLC eligibility
- ENT Fellowship training
- 5+ years of experience preferred
- Clean malpractice history
Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice coverage included.