Otolaryngology
ENT (Otolaryngology) – 24-Hour Call-Only Coverage | California
Job description
Start Date: January/February 2026
Location: California
Coverage Type: Call Only (Beeper Call – No In-House Requirement)
Schedule: 24-hour shifts, 7a–7a
Opportunity Overview
A reputable facility in California is seeking ENT (Otolaryngology) coverage beginning in early 2026. This position offers 24-hour beeper call-only coverage with a flexible schedule—ideal for physicians seeking ongoing locum work in a lower-volume, non-trauma setting. The facility is looking for providers who can offer consistent coverage, such as 7-on/7-off, set weekdays, or every/other weekend rotations.
Assignment Details
Call Coverage: 24-hour beeper call (no in-house requirement)
Call Response Time: 30 minutes
Volume: Low call-back frequency (not a high-volume ENT service)
Average Consults per Shift: ~3
Orientation: Brief Epic training and quick shadow shift
EMR: Epic
Credentialing Timeframe: ~3 months
Clinical Scope
Bread and Butter ENT – typical cases include:
Foreign body removal
Epistaxis control (bleeding)
Tracheostomy and post-op management
Abscess drainage
Nasal fracture evaluation (no major trauma)
Non-emergent consults for trachs and post-op complications
Patient Population: Primarily teens and adults; occasional pediatric cases (<13) for foreign bodies only.
Rounding: Only on patients seen during your on-call shift.
Highlights
✅ Flexible schedule options – 7-on/7-off, weekends, or weekday blocks
✅ Lower call volume – relaxed pace in a non-trauma facility
✅ Streamlined onboarding – quick Epic orientation and strong local support
Requirements
Board Certification: Otolaryngology (ENT)
State License: Active California license (preferred)
Experience: Comfortable managing standard inpatient ENT procedures and post-op complications
Availability: Consistent monthly coverage preferred
Interested?
Contact for more details or to apply:
📧 Rachel Koehler | Principal Recruiter, Aya Locums
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- ✅ Flexible schedule options – 7-on/7-off, weekends, or weekday blocks
- ✅ Lower call volume – relaxed pace in a non-trauma facility
- ✅ Streamlined onboarding – quick Epic orientation and strong local support