Physician Specialist - Shift Based - ENT Otolaryngology

Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center in Central Florida with over a century of service. As the only Level 1 Trauma Center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties and the second busiest Emergency Department in the U.S., we provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population. Our 910-bed facility handles over 200,000 emergency visits, 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits annually.

About the role

Reporting to the Medical Director/Co-Leader in the Ambulatory environment, the Physician is responsible for the care of assigned patients within Lakeland Regional Health (LRH) and for consultation with other LRH clinical departments. As an active member of the hospital medical staff, the Physician models the organization’s mission, goals, culture, and vision while collaborating with the Medical Staff Co-Leader and treatment team to develop clinical programs.

Responsibilities

• Foster an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensure patients and families have optimal experiences across the continuum of care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, team members, and the community.
• Prioritize safety for self, patients, visitors, and the team.
• Demonstrate accountability and commitment to quality work and process improvement.
• Responsibly use LRH resources, including people, finances, equipment, and facilities.
• Adhere to organizational and department policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in team development, dashboard achievement, and department goals.
• Provide quality clinical care to assigned patients in accordance with LRHMG Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations.
• Enhance professional relationships with hospital staff, patients, families, and physicians.
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to facilitate positive treatment outcomes.
• Supervise other clinicians as assigned and lead special projects.
• Develop clinical patient care opportunities aligned with the hospital’s mission.
• Provide high-quality consultation-liaison services to other clinical departments.

Requirements

• Medical Degree (M.D. or D.O.) with accredited Residency training.
• Current Florida State medical license.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to resolve conflict constructively.
• Empathy and cultural sensitivity.

Schedule

80 hours per biweekly pay period.

Location

3030 Harden Blvd, Lakeland, FL