Otolaryngologist Jobs in Missouri
Otolaryngologist jobs in Missouri are concentrated in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield, where major health systems including BJC HealthCare, Saint Luke's Health System, and Mercy Health maintain active ENT departments serving large regional populations. Demand is strongest for practitioners with subspecialty training in head and neck oncology, pediatric otolaryngology, and rhinology, with openings at both early-career and established attending levels. Missouri's academic medical centers add consistent fellowship-trained recruitment alongside community practice opportunities. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join a nationally recognized academic health system and build the otolaryngology practice and academic career you've envisioned.
SLUCare Physician Group, the academic medical practice of SSM Health and Saint Louis University School of Medicine, is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Otolaryngologist to join our expanding Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery as a full-time faculty member at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.
This opportunity is ideal for physicians who are passionate about academic medicine, resident education, clinical excellence, and research. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a thriving academic otolaryngology practice while benefiting from the resources, mentorship, and collaborative environment of a leading academic medical center.
Our department is committed to advancing otolaryngology through innovative patient care, cutting-edge research, and the education of future physician leaders. Whether your interests lie in general otolaryngology or a subspecialty area, you will find exceptional opportunities for clinical growth, academic advancement, and professional development.
Opportunity Highlights
- Full-time academic faculty appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
- Opportunity to build and grow a robust academic otolaryngology practice
- Established referral network and diverse patient population
- Opportunity to develop subspecialty expertise and clinical interests
- Active involvement in resident and medical student education
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary academic environment
- Competitive guaranteed salary and signing bonus
- Comprehensive SSM Health physician benefits package
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- CME allowance, retirement plans, health, dental, vision, and paid time off
Academic & Research Opportunities:
Saint Louis University is an R1 research institution, providing faculty with extensive resources to pursue clinical, translational, and basic science research.
Faculty enjoy access to:
- Dedicated department research coordinator
- Biostatistical support
- Saint Louis University CORE research facilities
- Collaboration opportunities with Saint Louis University and Washington University scientists and investigators
- Access to specialized research equipment and infrastructure
- Support for establishing and growing independent research programs
- Robust opportunities for departmental and cross-disciplinary collaboration
We are particularly interested in candidates with clinical or research interests in:
- Rhinology
- Otology
- Head & Neck Surgery
Department Support:
Join a collegial and academically focused department that includes:
- More than 18 faculty physicians
- More than 11 otolaryngology residents
- Advanced Practice Provider support
- Strong mentorship and career development opportunities
- Active participation in resident education and scholarly activities
Candidate Qualifications:
- Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
- Eligible for Missouri medical licensure
- Commitment to academic medicine, teaching, and research
- Interest in resident education and mentorship
- Fellowship training welcomed but not required
- Experienced physicians preferred; graduating fellows and residents with academic interests are encouraged to apply
- H-1B and J-1 visa sponsorship available
Visa Sponsorship: J-1 & H-1B Eligible
Practice Setting: Academic Otolaryngology
Experience Level: Experienced physicians preferred; fellows and residents encouraged to apply
About SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health:
SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health have partnered for decades to provide exceptional medical services to patients at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital, SSM Health St. Marys Hospital, and, most recently SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital.
SLUCares more than 600 faculty, other academic medical professionals, and staff are now a dedicated academic physician division within SSM Health and continue their work as researchers and educators. They will collaborate with SSM Health Medical Groups more than 600 community-based providers to deliver care at more than 50 physician office locations, as well as through comprehensive virtual and digital health services.
Our continued investment in our physicians and their practices reflects the commitment we have to advancing health care for the communities we serve.
Community Description:
Home to the famed Gateway Arch, St. Louis is one of the most livable cities in the country. This sprawling metropolitan mecca features a large variety of neighborhoods and communities spanning six counties. With an affordable housing market, trendy neighborhoods like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and the booming economic landscape of the city make this one of the most attractive cities for young professionals. There is more to do per square mile in St. Louis than in any other city in the state. With restaurants, parks, recreation, cultural activities and sporting events, theres always something to do or see here.
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.
Join a nationally recognized academic health system and build the otolaryngology practice and academic career you've envisioned.
SLUCare Physician Group, the academic medical practice of SSM Health and Saint Louis University School of Medicine, is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Otolaryngologist to join our expanding Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery as a full-time faculty member at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.
This opportunity is ideal for physicians who are passionate about academic medicine, resident education, clinical excellence, and research. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a thriving academic otolaryngology practice while benefiting from the resources, mentorship, and collaborative environment of a leading academic medical center.
Our department is committed to advancing otolaryngology through innovative patient care, cutting-edge research, and the education of future physician leaders. Whether your interests lie in general otolaryngology or a subspecialty area, you will find exceptional opportunities for clinical growth, academic advancement, and professional development.
Opportunity Highlights
- Full-time academic faculty appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
- Opportunity to build and grow a robust academic otolaryngology practice
- Established referral network and diverse patient population
- Opportunity to develop subspecialty expertise and clinical interests
- Active involvement in resident and medical student education
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary academic environment
- Competitive guaranteed salary and signing bonus
- Comprehensive SSM Health physician benefits package
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- CME allowance, retirement plans, health, dental, vision, and paid time off
Academic & Research Opportunities:
Saint Louis University is an R1 research institution, providing faculty with extensive resources to pursue clinical, translational, and basic science research.
Faculty enjoy access to:
- Dedicated department research coordinator
- Biostatistical support
- Saint Louis University CORE research facilities
- Collaboration opportunities with Saint Louis University and Washington University scientists and investigators
- Access to specialized research equipment and infrastructure
- Support for establishing and growing independent research programs
- Robust opportunities for departmental and cross-disciplinary collaboration
We are particularly interested in candidates with clinical or research interests in:
- Rhinology
- Otology
- Head & Neck Surgery
Department Support:
Join a collegial and academically focused department that includes:
- More than 18 faculty physicians
- More than 11 otolaryngology residents
- Advanced Practice Provider support
- Strong mentorship and career development opportunities
- Active participation in resident education and scholarly activities
Candidate Qualifications:
- Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
- Eligible for Missouri medical licensure
- Commitment to academic medicine, teaching, and research
- Interest in resident education and mentorship
- Fellowship training welcomed but not required
- Experienced physicians preferred; graduating fellows and residents with academic interests are encouraged to apply
- H-1B and J-1 visa sponsorship available
Visa Sponsorship: J-1 & H-1B Eligible
Practice Setting: Academic Otolaryngology
Experience Level: Experienced physicians preferred; fellows and residents encouraged to apply
About SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health:
SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health have partnered for decades to provide exceptional medical services to patients at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital, SSM Health St. Marys Hospital, and, most recently SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital.
SLUCares more than 600 faculty, other academic medical professionals, and staff are now a dedicated academic physician division within SSM Health and continue their work as researchers and educators. They will collaborate with SSM Health Medical Groups more than 600 community-based providers to deliver care at more than 50 physician office locations, as well as through comprehensive virtual and digital health services.
Our continued investment in our physicians and their practices reflects the commitment we have to advancing health care for the communities we serve.
Community Description:
Home to the famed Gateway Arch, St. Louis is one of the most livable cities in the country. This sprawling metropolitan mecca features a large variety of neighborhoods and communities spanning six counties. With an affordable housing market, trendy neighborhoods like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and the booming economic landscape of the city make this one of the most attractive cities for young professionals. There is more to do per square mile in St. Louis than in any other city in the state. With restaurants, parks, recreation, cultural activities and sporting events, theres always something to do or see here.
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.
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What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in otolaryngologist jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri medical license issued by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts
- Board certification or active board eligibility through the American Board of Otolaryngology
- Completed ACGME-accredited otolaryngology residency with five years of specialty training
- Current DEA registration and Missouri Controlled Substances License for prescription authority
- Experience with endoscopic sinus surgery, laryngoscopy, and audiological evaluation procedures
- Active hospital privileges or eligibility for credentialing at Missouri health system facilities
Otolaryngologist Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a otolaryngologist in Missouri?
To practice as an otolaryngologist in Missouri, you must hold an active license issued by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts, which requires completing medical school, a one-year internship or postgraduate year, and an ACGME-accredited five-year otolaryngology residency. Applicants submit proof of training, pass the required examinations, and maintain ongoing continuing medical education to keep the license current.
Which companies hire otolaryngologists in Missouri?
Missouri otolaryngologist roles are posted by SSM Health, Citizens Memorial Healthcare, and Jefferson City Medical and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers, particularly those affiliated with Washington University School of Medicine and the University of Missouri Health Care network, generate the most consistent and varied ENT openings across inpatient and outpatient settings.
Which Missouri cities have the most otolaryngologist jobs?
St. Louis, Jefferson City, and Bolivar lead Missouri for otolaryngologist openings. St. Louis dominates because of its concentration of academic medical centers and large regional health systems, while Kansas City draws consistent volume from its major hospital networks, and Springfield serves as the primary hub for otolaryngology care in the Ozarks and southwest Missouri, where Mercy and CoxHealth operate significant ENT programs.
Are there remote otolaryngologist jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of otolaryngologist openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how fundamentally hands-on surgical and clinical ENT practice is. The portions of the role most suited to remote work include telemedicine follow-up consultations, post-operative check-ins, and administrative or utilization review responsibilities within larger health systems.
How can I get hired as a otolaryngologist in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing your residency and applying directly to fellowship or early-career attending positions posted by Missouri academic medical centers such as those affiliated with Washington University in St. Louis or the University of Missouri Health Care system, both of which recruit new graduates. Community hospitals operated by Mercy and BJC HealthCare also hire first-year attendings into mentored practice models. Securing your Missouri medical license before your training ends and obtaining board eligibility immediately on completion gives you the strongest candidate profile for these roles.
Where can I find and apply to otolaryngologist jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to otolaryngologist jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings from health systems and practices across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your subspecialty training and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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