Pediatric Otolaryngologist

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a pediatric otolaryngology expert for families across the South Sound region, focusing on core, high-demand conditions including sleep-disordered breathing, obstructive sleep apnea, 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, congenital lesions, and pediatric airway evaluation (diagnostic laryngoscopy/bronchoscopy, laryngomalacia).
• 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, ensuring equitable distribution of call and seamless continuity of care for the regional patient population.
• Primary location: Federal Way, WA (South Clinic); call/regional coverage includes Seattle Main Campus, Bellevue Clinic and Surgery Center.

Requirements

• 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).
• Any and all medical or allied health professional staff privileges at Children's will terminate automatically upon termination of employment; termination does not prohibit seeking privileges as a non‑employee if qualified.
• Questions regarding medical or allied health professional staff privileges may be directed to Medical Staff Services.

Qualifications

• 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.

Benefits

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.

Pay

This compensation range was calculated based on full‑time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided. Disclaimer for out‑of‑state applicants: this compensation range is specific to Seattle; positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.