Physician - Otolaryngology Job in Laredo, Texas

Otolaryngologist (ENT) - Mentorship Opportunity in a Growing Texas Community

Profession

Physician

Specialty

Otolaryngology

Job Description

Laredo Medical Center is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Otolaryngologist (ENT) to join our well-established ENT practice in Laredo, Texas. This full-time opportunity arises as the current physician transitions toward retirement and offers an ideal setting for a new graduate or experienced provider seeking mentorship, autonomy, and a vibrant patient base.

This is a high-potential role for a physician who values community-based care, comprehensive ENT services, and a supportive team environment.

Practice Highlights

• Full-time position at an established clinic on the Laredo Medical Center campus
• Patients assigned via referral – strong built-in referral network across specialties
• Treat both adult and pediatric populations
• Balanced scope:
– New patient evaluations
– Follow-up visits
– Surgical procedures
– Post-op care
– Hearing exams
– Hospital and ER consultations
• Current ENT physician will provide mentorship and guidance during transition
• Open to new graduates and early-career physicians

Hospital & System Support

• Affiliated with Laredo Medical Center, a 326-bed full-service acute care hospital
• Access to state-of-the-art operating rooms, audiology, and diagnostic testing
• On-campus audiology and ENT clinic for streamlined care
• Multispecialty support from sleep medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, general surgery, and more
• Dedicated OR block time and efficient surgical scheduling
• Strong administrative and nursing support team

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Otolaryngology residency
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Otolaryngology
• Eligible for unrestricted Texas medical license
• Commitment to patient-centered care and collaboration

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with productivity incentives
• Commencement bonus, residency stipend and relocation assistance
• Student loan repayment assistance available
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement)
• Paid CME time and allowance
• Malpractice insurance coverage with tail

Why Laredo?

Located on the north bank of the Rio Grande, Laredo offers a unique blend of Southwestern charm, rich culture, and family-friendly living. With a population of over 260,000, the community offers the perks of a big city while maintaining a welcoming, close-knit atmosphere.

Life in Laredo Offers:
• Affordable cost of living with no state income tax
• Year-round warm weather and access to outdoor recreation
• Historic downtown, cultural festivals, and authentic cuisine
• International airport with direct flights to major hubs
• Strong public and private school options
• A community that genuinely values its healthcare providers

Whether you're a new graduate seeking mentorship or an experienced ENT ready to step into a busy, established practice — Laredo Medical Center invites you to explore this exciting opportunity.

Job ID: 48288
Employment Type: Contract - Full Time
Accepts J-1 Waivers: No
Accepts H-1b Visas: No

Location Description

Laredo Medical Center (LMC) is a state-of-the-art, 326-bed acute care facility serving fast-growing Laredo (population 200,000) and the surrounding area. Laredo Medical Center, which is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations (JCAHO) and has been serving the healthcare needs of its community for more than 110 years, is an integrated delivery system featuring a wide array of sophisticated medical care in an attractive, welcoming environment. LMC is the area's only heart hospital, offering complete diagnostic and interventional cardiology services. Its cardiology unit includes two open heart operating rooms, a recently upgraded cardiac cath lab (with a second scheduled to open mid-2007), and inpatient cardiac rehabilitation services. LMC is the area's only accredited Chest Pain Center. The Sanchez Cancer Center, the Family Birth Center, and the Sleep and Seizure Disorder Center are other centers of excellence at the 650,000-square-foot complex, which is located on a 50-acre campus near downtown Laredo. The facility includes two medical office buildings.

Inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical services for our regional delivery area from birth through the senior years.
A one-stop health care facility, designed with the kind of convenience that allows you to coordinate tests and physician appointments for the same visit.
24/7 emergency and trauma care Cardiac services, including: heart catheterization, balloon angioplasty, open-heart surgery, and heart valve replacement.

Laredo is located on the north bank of the historical Rio Grande River (or Rio Bravo, as it is known in Mexico). The community boasts an outstanding school system, the Laredo Independent School District, an educational partner with the City of Laredo and the larger global community, with focus on developing and educating students by providing a relevant and challenging curriculum through innovative programs.

The town has experienced continuous growth over the years. Between 1960 and 1990 Laredo's population has more than doubled. This is attributed to Laredo's growing importance as a manufacturing and trading center on the Texas-Mexico border, which has drawn increasing numbers of people from the surrounding region.

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