Otolaryngology Physician
Compensation
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Job Description
City/State
Harrisonburg, VA
Work Shift
- First (Days)
- Provider Specialty
- Otolaryngology
Overview
Find your Future with Sentara!
Sentara ENT Specialists is seeking a BC/BE Otolaryngologist to join our team at Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg, VA. Candidates should have an interest in practicing general otolaryngology in a community-based setting.
Sentara RMH Medical Center is a 238-bed, not-for-profit community hospital located in the beautiful and historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. For over 100 years SRMH has been delivering advanced medical care to its seven-county service area with a population close to 225,000.
Sentara Health is an award-winning, nationally recognized, innovative nonprofit healthcare system. Our physician-led organization is a top-tier, high-performing multi-specialty group that brings together over 2,000 providers to deliver quality and compassionate care to our communities.
About the Opportunity
- Employed position with Sentara Medical Group, a division of Sentara Health.
- Diagnose and treat full spectrum general ENT conditions, pediatrics to adult.
- Call Schedule: 1:5
- Strong referral base, and physician marketing support to ramp up quickly.
Compensation and Benefits
- Annual Base Salary + wRVU Productivity Compensation + Quality Performance Incentive.
- Generous Sign-on/Commencement bonus
- Annual CME allowance
- Ample paid annual leave for an excellent work/life balance
Comprehensive Benefits Package with medical, dental, vision, short term/long term disability, and retirement plans with matching contributions.
- PSLF Eligible, non-profit.
- Fully integrated EHR – Epic.
Discover the charm of Harrisonburg, Virginia – a city that blends small-town charm with vibrant city life. Nestled in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, Harrisonburg is a place where history, nature, and community come together to create an exceptional living experience.
Surrounded by the majestic Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains, Harrisonburg offers stunning vistas and outdoor adventures year-round. Enjoy hiking, biking and exploring the famous Shenandoah National Park and George Washington National Forest, just a short drive away.
Harrisonburg is known for its welcoming and diverse community. With a population that values inclusivity and collaboration, you’ll find a sense of belonging in Harrisonburg. The city hosts numerous cultural events, farmers markets, and festivals that celebrate its rich heritage and vibrant arts scene. Harrisonburg’s culinary scene is a delightful mix of local flavors and international cuisine. Savor farm-to-table dining experiences, craft breweries, and unique eateries that cater to all tastes and preferences.
Home to James Madison University, Harrisonburg is a city of learning and innovation. The university brings a youthful energy to the town and offers top-tier education, sporting events, and cultural activities. Families will also appreciate the excellent public and private schools available, making Harrisonburg a great place to raise a family.
Are you ready to find your career with Sentara? Reach out to Marsha Hurt, Physician Recruiter at mxheadri@sentara.com to learn more!.
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Providers at Sentara are eligible for special benefits such as Annual CME Allowance and 100% malpractice and tail coverage.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
- In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
- For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs providers in the following states:
- North Carolina, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.
Key Responsibilities
The physician will diagnose and treat a full spectrum of general ENT conditions for both pediatric and adult patients. They will participate in a call schedule and work within a community-based hospital setting.
Requirements
Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Otolaryngology. An interest in practicing general otolaryngology in a community-based setting is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Otolaryngology — Physician Career Context
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 5,000 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $50 per wRVU — implying roughly $250k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · top 25% in otolaryngology | ranked against 150 Otolaryngology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physician median $479k (middle half $425k–$554k)75 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Virginia index 101.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All physician listings in Virginia | 743 active | 22,316 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Virginia physician listings (all specialties): 35% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 26% offer loan repayment743 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Otolaryngology hiring demand | not ranked this month | postings stay open a median 76 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 37 postings, 29 closed |
| New Otolaryngology listings | 47 in the last 30 days | 51 the 30 days before (−8%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physician pay trend (all specialties) | −2.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Implied production pay | ~$250k | $50/wRVU × 5,000 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Otolaryngology Physician at Sentara Health a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Otolaryngology — ranked against 150 active Otolaryngology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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