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Vancouver Clinic
Vancouver, Washington

Otolaryngologist

OtolaryngologyNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$483k-$537k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

At Vancouver Clinic, caring for people is our first priority and the driving force behind everything we do. New clinicians will find a collegial, supportive, and caring environment of healthcare professionals committed to our patients and community. Our multispecialty clinic is physician owned, which prioritizes the highest quality patient care and a strong work-life balance.

We have a unique opportunity for a BC/BE Otolaryngologist to join our practice. General otolaryngology and practice interest in facial plastics, head and neck, or other subspecialty welcome. The department consists of seven general ENTs.

Our Employment Package Includes

  • Surgeries performed at our new Ambulatory Surgery Center and two Vancouver area medical centers
  • Reasonable call schedule shared with community ENT clinicians
  • Paid malpractice and tail insurance

Compensation Is a Production Model

  • New clinicians have a 1-year guarantee between $483,000-$537,000 (will be pro-rated based on FTE) with upside earning potential
  • Up to $35,000 starting bonus
  • Two-year partnership track position with a reasonable buy-in
  • Compensation information is provided based on available data at the time of posting and is subject to change.

We are rooted in Southwest Washington, located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. The area offers a variety of housing options from suburban neighborhoods, downtown high rises, or rural locations with acreage.

We enjoy year-round recreational opportunities, a flourishing craft brewery scene, wineries, and tasty restaurants. Portland, Oregon, is nearby offering world-class food, a vibrant arts and theater scene, and numerous professional sports teams. Plus, if you live in Washington, there is no state income tax.

We recognize that each person’s unique experience, identity, and perspective advances our ability to deliver the best possible care to our patients. We encourage candidates of every background to apply to join our team.

Please include a CV and cover letter detailing your interest in our organization with your application.

Michele Ritter

Physician & APC Recruiter clinicianrecruiting@tvc.org

The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work required in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of those assigned to this job.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards Program. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on factors such as position type and FTE. Benefit-eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month following one month of employment.

Vancouver Clinic offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, health savings account, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and multiple supplemental benefits (voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, legal services, etc.).

We also offer a 401k retirement plan, 409A Deferred Compensation Plan (for eligible shareholder physicians) and 4% employer matching contribution. Compensation packages and time off programs vary and are dependent on factors such as department, position type, primary work state and FTE. Contact your Recruiter for full information.

Vancouver Clinic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Vancouver Clinic does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Vancouver Clinic is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Offers are contingent on successful completion of background screen and immunization requirements.

Key Responsibilities

The Otolaryngologist will provide high-quality patient care within a multispecialty clinic environment. Responsibilities include performing surgeries at the Ambulatory Surgery Center and participating in a shared call schedule with community ENT clinicians.

Requirements

Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) Otolaryngologists. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. as the organization does not provide visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Head and neck surgeryClinical practiceMultispecialty collaborationMedical documentation

Otolaryngology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$510k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $477k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Otolaryngology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Otolaryngologist at Vancouver Clinic 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 153 active Otolaryngology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$510k midpoint, that is roughly $20k–$36k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 6.1
Better work-life than 80% of Otolaryngology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 153 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Vancouver

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$476k≈ 1.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,828/mo≈ 5% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
105.4
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Vancouver Clinic

Medical Practices
Vancouver, Washington
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid malpractice and tail insurance
Production model compensation
1-year guarantee between $483,000-$537,000
Up to $35,000 starting bonus
Two-year partnership track
Medical, dental, vision
Life insurance
AD&D