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BAS Healthcare lists this Physician Otolaryngology - Competitive Salary opportunity in saranac lake, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Job Description
Physician - Otolaryngology (ENT) | Medical Director Saranac Lake, New York
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POSITION OVERVIEW
Opportunity Type: Permanent Placement | Hospital Employed Schedule: Full-Time Practice Setting: Outpatient and Surgical | Dual Clinical & Leadership Role Salary: $350,000 - $400,000 guaranteed base salary Medical Director Stipend: Available Sign-On Bonus: Negotiable
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COMPENSATION
Base Salary: $350,000 - $400,000 annually (commensurate with experience) Medical Director Stipend: Available Sign-On Bonus: Negotiable for qualified candidates Productivity & Quality Bonus: Available
Additional Benefits
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance
* Employer-matched retirement plan
* CME allowance and paid CME time
* Paid malpractice coverage (occurrence-based)
* Generous PTO and paid holidays
* Relocation assistance available
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ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a rare dual-role opportunity combining a full-spectrum clinical ENT practice with departmental Medical Director leadership within a mission-driven regional health system serving New York's Adirondack region.
Medical Director Responsibilities
* Provide clinical and administrative leadership for the ENT department
* Collaborate with hospital leadership on quality initiatives, service line growth, and strategic planning
* Participate in peer review, credentialing, and medical staff governance
* Foster a culture of clinical excellence, patient safety, and team development
* Support recruitment and onboarding of future ENT providers as the service line expands
Clinical Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive evaluation and management of ENT conditions including disorders of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck
* Perform surgical procedures including tonsillectomy, sinus surgery (FESS), thyroid/parathyroid surgery, otologic procedures, and laryngoscopy
* Provide inpatient consultations and collaborate with emergency medicine, primary care, and other specialties
* Participate in shared call coverage rotation
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REQUIREMENTS
* MD or DO with Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
* Eligible for New York State medical licensure
* Prior leadership or administrative experience preferred but not required
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills
* Clean malpractice and license history required
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ABOUT THE FACILITY
This leading not-for-profit healthcare system serves New York's Adirondack region with a network that includes a full-service medical center and multiple specialty and primary care clinics across the Tri-Lakes area. With more than 900 employees and 50 physicians across 25 specialties, the organization combines the personalized care of a community hospital with the resources of a regional health system and a legacy of healing spanning more than a century.
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ABOUT SARANAC LAKE, NEW YORK
Located within the six-million-acre Adirondack Park, Saranac Lake offers one of the most exceptional quality of life settings in the Northeast. The region features world-class skiing at Whiteface Mountain, hiking the 46 High Peaks, fly-fishing the legendary AuSable River, paddling crystal-clear lakes, and exploring the Olympic heritage of Lake Placid. A vibrant arts community, excellent schools, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere make this one of the most desirable places to raise a family and build a lasting career.
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