Otolaryngologist (ENT Physician) – Head & Neck Surgeon

LOS ANGELES CENTER FOR EAR, NOSE, THROAT AND ALLERGY; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Los Angeles Center for Ear, Nose, Throat and Allergy (LACENTA) seeks a General Otolaryngologist or Head & Neck surgeon to join a growing private-practice platform across Southern California, with physician autonomy and modern support.

You'll deliver comprehensive ENT care, operate with advanced technology, and collaborate with APPs and liaisons while expanding access to diverse communities. Housing stipend and sign-on bonus offered.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree and board eligibility.
• Completion of Otolaryngology residency.
• California medical license or eligibility.
• Fellowship training welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive ENT and surgical care with autonomy.
• Provide patient-centered private-practice-style service.
• Leverage advanced technology and APP support.
• Collaborate with Cedars/UCLA/USC networks to expand access.

Skills

Autonomy in practice

Surgical skills

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO degree

Otology/Head & Neck residency

California medical license

Fellowship training welcome

Tools

In-office CT scanner

Robotic-assisted surgery

VivAer

Job description

About the Company

A Different Kind of ENT Practice.

Serving communities. Supporting physicians. Shaping the future of ENT care.

The Los Angeles Center for Ear, Nose, Throat, and Allergy (LACENTA) began in 2014 with a single office in East LA. Today, we've grown to more than 20+ locations across Southern California - and we're still expanding. Our mission has never changed: expand access to ENT care in underserved areas, give physicians freedom to practice on their terms, and build a sustainable future for private practice in California's complex healthcare landscape.

What Sets LACENTA Apart

• Physician Freedom: Set your own schedule, shape your patient mix, and pursue subspecialty interests with full autonomy.
• Community Impact: We expand where coverage is needed most - serving patients and hospitals across diverse, underserved communities.
• Infrastructure That Supports You: Centralized services, APP support, and operational efficiency so you can focus solely on patient care.
• Innovation at Your Fingertips: From in-office CT scanners and robotic surgery to Inspire®, Hummingbird®, VivAer®, and advanced allergy and sleep solutions, our physicians lead with the most advanced diagnostic and surgical tools available.
• Partnerships That Strengthen Care: Collaborations with Cedars, UCLA, USC, and UCI - complementing tertiary centers while bringing advanced care closer to patients.
• Sustainable Growth: Built on innovation, investment, and a physician-first culture, we create long-term opportunities for every member of our team.

About the Role

As a General Otolaryngologist or Fellowship-Trained Head & Neck Surgeon, you'll:

• Deliver comprehensive ENT and surgical care with full clinical autonomy.
• Enjoy the independence of private practice without the burden of administration.
• Be supported by physician liaisons, advanced practice providers, and cutting-edge technology.
• Help expand access and improve outcomes for diverse communities across Southern California.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Completion of an accredited Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery residency
• Board Certified or Board Eligible
• California medical license (or eligibility)
• Fellowship training welcome but not required

Why Join LACENTA?

At LACENTA, you don't just join a practice - you join a mission. We combine physician freedom with innovation, community impact, and growth. The result: stability, autonomy, and the opportunity to shape the future of ENT care.

Compensation

LACENTA offers a competitive compensation package with productivity incentives, designed to reward physician performance and support long-term practice growth. We also offer a first year housing stipend and sign on bonus available as well. Specific details will be discussed during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Los Angeles Center for Ear, Nose, Throat and Allergy (LACENTA) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the community we serve, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.