Private Practice General ENT Opportunity – 2-Year Partnership, ASC Ownership, Light Call, Seattle Metro

Surgical Associates Northwest is a physician-owned, ENT-focused private practice seeking a board-certified or board-eligible otolaryngologist to join our dynamic team just outside Seattle. This full-time position offers true partnership, ownership opportunities, and the ability to tailor your practice to your clinical interests—all in a collegial, efficient, and lifestyle-conscious setting.

Why Choose Surgical Associates Northwest?

• ENT-led private practice — not a subspecialty in a large system
• 2-year partnership track (vs. 3–5 years elsewhere)
• Shared ownership in a physician-owned ambulatory surgery center (ASC)
• Light ED call: only 4–5 weekends per year (compensated, no trauma)
• Freedom to develop your own niche—general ENT or subspecialty focus
• Serve a broad, respectful, and loyal patient population

Practice Features:

• Three comprehensive otolaryngologists and one otologist
• Two modern clinics in Federal Way and Auburn, WA
• Two OR ASC with dedicated procedure suite
• Ancillary services include:
  • Audiology and hearing aid dispensing
  • Allergy testing and immunotherapy
  • Vestibular testing
  • In-office CT scanner
• Privileges available at three local hospitals for advanced or inpatient cases
• Low administrative burden and strong clinical autonomy

Competitive Applicant Profile:

We welcome applicants at all career stages, but strongly encourage those early in their career or recently out of training who are excited to build a practice and establish long-term roots in the Pacific Northwest. We’re looking for a motivated, collegial team player committed to high-quality, patient-centered ENT care.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with productivity bonuses
• 4 weeks of paid vacation annually
• Health and malpractice insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• CME allowance and licensing support
• Clear pathway to partnership
• Ownership opportunity in ASC after partnership
• Supportive team and work culture

Life in South King County:

Just 30 minutes south of Seattle, Federal Way and Auburn offer affordable living, outstanding schools, and easy access to everything the Pacific Northwest is known for—mountains, Puget Sound, national parks, and vibrant urban culture. Enjoy boating, skiing, hiking, and more without sacrificing professional opportunity. Plus, no state income tax in Washington!

About Surgical Associates Northwest:

Founded and run by surgeons, Surgical Associates Northwest offers a better model for otolaryngology: physician-owned, patient-centered, and built to support personal and professional fulfillment. ENT isn’t just part of what we do—it’s the heart of our practice.

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