Otolaryngology (ENT) Locum Tenens Rates
The national urban median for Otolaryngology (ENT) locum work is $361/hr. The middle 50% of benchmarked rates spans $304–$428/hr.
Otolaryngology (ENT) Locum Rate Benchmarks
Locum market rates, 2026.
P25
$304/hr
Median
$361/hr
P75
$428/hr
P90
$495/hr
Based on BLS OEWS public data and CMS geographic adjustments, processed through the LocumRates model.
Otolaryngology (ENT) Rates by Region and Setting
| Region | Setting | P25 | Median | P75 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast | Urban Hospital | $294/hr | $349/hr | $414/hr |
| Rural Critical Access Rural / CAH | $308/hr | $366/hr | $433/hr | |
| Midwest | Urban Hospital | $279/hr | $331/hr | $392/hr |
| Rural Critical Access Rural / CAH | $291/hr | $346/hr | $410/hr | |
| South | Urban Hospital | $332/hr | $394/hr | $466/hr |
| Rural Critical Access Rural / CAH | $347/hr | $412/hr | $488/hr | |
| Southeast | Urban Hospital | $337/hr | $400/hr | $474/hr |
| Rural Critical Access Rural / CAH | $352/hr | $419/hr | $496/hr | |
| West | Urban Hospital | $295/hr | $351/hr | $415/hr |
| Rural Critical Access Rural / CAH | $309/hr | $367/hr | $435/hr | |
| Southwest | Urban Hospital | $253/hr | $300/hr | $355/hr |
| Rural Critical Access Rural / CAH | $264/hr | $314/hr | $372/hr |
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Otolaryngology (ENT) Locum Market Overview
Otolaryngology locum demand spans surgical OR coverage, outpatient clinic (rhinology, otology, laryngology, head and neck), and call coverage for airway emergencies and post-operative complications. Rural CAH assignments often require general ENT breadth — all subspecialties combined — rather than focused subspecialty practice. Urban academic assignments may be more subspecialty-specific. Both formats are active in the locum market.
- General ENT breadth enables coverage at both rural CAH and community hospital settings
- Head and neck oncology expertise commands a significant premium at cancer center assignments
- Airway management capability is the highest-leverage credential for urgent/emergency coverage placements
- Pediatric ENT certification opens assignments at general pediatric and children's hospital programs
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What Affects Otolaryngology (ENT) Locum Pay
Urban Hospital
- Head and neck surgical oncology experience commands a premium at cancer center assignments
- Laryngology and airway management capability is the highest-demand subspecialty in urban hospital settings
- Pediatric ENT credentialing expands assignment eligibility at children's hospitals and general pediatric coverage sites
- Comprehensive general ENT (all subspecialties) is preferred by most community hospital assignments
Rural Critical Access
- General ENT breadth is required at rural CAH assignments — subspecialty-only practice significantly limits eligibility
- Airway emergency management and tracheostomy capability is expected at rural hospital assignments
- Travel, housing, and malpractice tail are standard inclusions at rural sites; confirm all three before signing
- Combined OR and clinic coverage is the norm at rural sites — confirm case mix and clinic volume before accepting
Otolaryngology (ENT) Contract Terms to Review
Items to review carefully before signing
- Call coverage for airway emergencies not defined — ENT emergency call is time-sensitive; confirm response expectations
- Malpractice tail not included — confirm coverage scope for surgical complications and head/neck procedures
- Scope of practice not specified — confirm whether facial plastics or head/neck oncology are included in expectations
- Clinic volume not capped — confirm daily patient volume for outpatient clinic days
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