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Riverside Health System
Newport News, Virginia

ENT Physician for Riverside Ear, Nose & Throat Physicians & Surgeons - Riverside Medical Group - Newport News, Virginia

OtolaryngologyIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$500K - $625K

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Job Description

As a provider with Riverside Health Medical Group, you would join a team of providers who are respected leaders and part of our collaborative care delivery team. Our providers care for our patients as if they are those they love.

Our core values are built into our provider compact that outlines our dedication to our patients as our first priority. Our providers encourage patient involvement, embrace change, and take ownership in the success of the team and the organization. If that resonates with you, we would like to speak to you.

Hiring Range: $500,000.00– $625,000.00 Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance Riverside Medical Group is seeking a full-time Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Physician to join our dynamic and growing team in Newport News!

This is your chance to be part of a respected healthcare system that puts patients first and values clinical excellence. Exciting Opportunity: Full-Time ENT Physician Riverside ENT Physicians & Surgeons – Newport News, Virginia Why Join Riverside?

We’re expanding our specialty network and looking for compassionate, skilled physicians who are committed to delivering the right care at the right time. At Riverside, our ENT specialists are dedicated to improving lives through expert care and innovative treatment.

In this Role Our otolaryngologist will care for both adults and children, addressing a wide range of conditions, including: Hearing loss, tinnitus, and balance disorders Ear infections and congenital ear conditions Chronic sinusitis and nasal cavity issues Allergies and loss of smell Voice and swallowing disorders Head and neck infections, tumors (benign & malignant) Facial trauma and deformities Cosmetic and reconstructive facial surgery Learn More Explore Riverside Medical Group and discover why we’re the perfect place to grow your career: Riverside Medical Group – Provider Recruitment -riversideonline.com Qualifications: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution 1–3 years of clinical experience or successful completion of ENT residency Active Virginia medical license and DEA registration Company Overview: Why Join Riverside?

Riverside Health System is a trusted community partner, known for its commitment to excellence in healthcare. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.

Company Benefit Overview: Taking Your Benefits to the Next Level Riverside is well known and respected for taking exceptional care of the medical needs of the communities we serve – and our health system takes excellent care of our providers.

We take our commitment to our team members seriously, so you’ll find unique benefits that keep our providers engaged and fulfilled. Innovative Benefits for Improved Well-being- Safe Haven VITAL WorkLife, Riverside provides access to a support system when challenges arise.

Completely confidential, these support services help address burnout, career fatigue and mental health considerations, including: Behavioral health and counseling Clinician Peer Coaching Program Legal and financial consultations VITAL WorkLife app Worklife Concierge services Support via phone – 24/7 Contact Our Recruitment Team for Questions Peer Coaching Resources Riverside providers become the leaders of tomorrow.

An unshakable commitment to clinical excellence is central to our culture and is made evident in our systems and technology, our emphasis on joy in the workplace, our focus on philanthropy and all we do for the communities we serve.

You’ll be set up for success as you tap into decades of diverse expertise in evidence-based care and helpful employee Community Overview: riversidehealthsystem.box.com What Brings people to Virginia planetware.com Newport News: Culture, Cuisine, and Coastal Beauty Experience Newport News, where every meal shared, every sunset admired, and every laugh exchanged becomes a cherished memory in the making! visitnewportnews.com Newport News With its diverse range of activities, Newport News greets visitors with stories waiting to be uncovered.

The USS Monitor Center at The Mariners’ Museum houses the remains of this famous Civil War ironclad, including its iconic turret, while the Virginia Living Museum showcases plants, animals, and habitats native to the state.

Delve into Newport News’ rich African American heritage – from museums and businesses to artwork and historic sites – each telling stories of resilience and creativity. Explore the city's vibrant culinary scene, where every dish tells a tale of our favorite local flavors.

In Newport News, every meal shared, every sunset admired, and every laugh exchanged becomes a cherished memory in the making Riverside Health Established in 1915, Riverside Health is a non-profit, integrated health network dedicated to serving the communities of Eastern Virginia.

Riverside’s network of services includes acute care, Riverside Medical Group, lifelong health, academic residency programs and fellowships and community benefit initiatives.

Facilities include four acute-care hospitals with a Level II Trauma Center and NICU, as well as a mental health and recovery hospital with a dedicated psychiatric emergency department.

Additional facilities include a physical rehabilitation hospital, and a critical illness recovery hospital operated in partnership with Select Medical. Riverside is currently expanding its footprint with the construction of Riverside Smithfield Hospital, opening in early 2026.

Riverside Medical Group is one of Virginia’s largest and most diverse multispecialty group practices composed of more than 800 physicians and advanced practice providers in locations throughout the region.

Specialties and services include primary care, internal and family medicine, urgent care, imaging and diagnostics, cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics and sports medicine, women’s health and more.

Riverside Lifelong Health encompasses three active senior living communities, four lifelong health and rehabilitation facilities, The Martha W. Goodson Center and At Home services consisting of ChooseHome, in-home private care, home health, palliative care and hospice care.

Riverside’s network of care also includes two medical wellness and fitness centers, comprehensive physical therapy services, the Riverside Foundation and the Riverside College of Health Sciences.

For more information on Riverside Health, visit riversideonline.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram and YouTube.

Eastern Virginia The area offers a variety of local attractions, including Virginia’s Historic Triangle (Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown), the Virginia Beach oceanfront and the Shenandoah Valley, all within driving distance.

You can experience all four seasons, the mountains, the ocean and are only a few hours from our nation’s capital. There are options for rural and urban living, local public schools are some of the best in Virginia and the area is family-friendly, with attractions like Busch Gardens and Water Country USA close by.

At a Glance Five acute care hospitals (Riverside Smithfield Hospital opens January 2026) Three specialty hospitals: Riverside Mental Health & Recovery Center, Long-term Acute Care in partnership with Select Medical and Rehabilitation in partnership with Select Medical A coverage area of 8,000 square miles in eastern Virginia More than 9,500 team members More than 800 clinical providers Over 110 Riverside Medical Group offices M.D. Express Urgent Care Three Active Senior Living Communities Four Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation locations At Home Services – ChooseHome, In-Home Private Care, Home Health, Palliative Care and Hospice Care The Martha W. Goodson Center Physical Therapy and Medical Wellness & Fitness Centers Awards The Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Grade A – Riverside Regional Medical Center, Riverside Doctors’ Hospital Williamsburg CHIME Digital Health Most Wired Recognition – Riverside Health Top 100 Rural and Community Hospitals in the U.S. – Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital 2025 Becker’s Healthcare Nation’s Top Medical Training Facilities – Riverside Simulation Training Lab 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes List – Patriots Colony at Williamsburg, Sanders and Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Smithfield 2024 Newsweek 150 Best Spine Surgeons in the U.S. – Dean Borissov Kostov, M.D. & William H. McAllister IV, M.D. 2024 List of Great Community Hospitals – Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Certified Age-Friendly Hospital – Riverside Doctors’ Hospital Williamsburg At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities.

Unfortunately, job scams are on the rise across the country, and we want to help you feel confident in knowing what is — and is not — part of our hiring process. Learn more about how to recognize a legitimate Riverside job opportunity and what to do if you suspect a scam by visiting this site.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert care for adults and children addressing conditions related to the ears, nose, and throat. Perform diagnostic evaluations and surgical procedures for facial trauma, tumors, and reconstructive needs.

Requirements

Must hold an MD or DO from an accredited institution and possess an active Virginia medical license and DEA registration. Requires 1-3 years of clinical experience or successful completion of an ENT residency.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

OtolaryngologyPediatric ENT CareAdult ENT CareCosmetic Facial SurgeryDiagnosis of Hearing LossSinusitis TreatmentVoice and Swallowing Disorder ManagementHead and Neck OncologyFacial Trauma Management

Otolaryngology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$563k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $556k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Otolaryngology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Newport News

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$284k≈ 0.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,605/mo≈ 4% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.