A Rare Blend of Private Practice Autonomy and Children's Hospital Excellence

Pediatric Otolaryngology - A Rare Blend of Private Practice Autonomy and Children's Hospital Excellence
Job Description    Southern California Ear, Nose & Throat (SCENT)
Long Beach | Newport Beach | Huntington Beach | Los Alamitos
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A Rare Blend of Private Practice Autonomy + Children’s Hospital Excellence

Southern California Ear, Nose & Throat (SCENT), a highly respected and longstanding pediatric and adult otolaryngology practice, in partnership with MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Board Eligible/Board Certified Pediatric Otolaryngologist to join its dedicated and highly collaborative team.

Founded in 1985, SCENT has built a reputation for delivering exceptional care to children and families across the South Bay and Orange County regions. Today, the practice includes three pediatric otolaryngologists, a physician assistant who has been with the group for more than 20 years, and a nurse practitioner who has been with the practice for four years—reflecting the stability, collegiality, and long-term commitment that define this team.

This is a rare opportunity, with partnership potential, to join a successful and growing practice that uniquely combines the independence and autonomy of private practice with the resources, collaboration, and referral strength of a leading children’s hospital. The group is known not only for clinical excellence, but for its deep commitment to the community it serves.

Physicians provide comprehensive ENT care in a family-centered environment, with access to the latest surgical advances in otolaryngology. Care is delivered in part within the Cherese Mari Laulhere Children’s Village, a hospital-based, multidisciplinary clinic designed to bring pediatric specialties together in a highly coordinated, patient-centered model.
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Why This Opportunity Stands Apart

• Established Patient Base and Reputation: More than four decades of community trust and strong referral relationships across Southern California
• Partnership Opportunity available for physicians who seek long-term growth, stability, and ownership
• Mentorship & Collegiality: A supportive, experienced team invested in mentorship and long-term success—ideal for both early-career and seasoned physicians
• Flexible Practice Scope: Opportunity to incorporate adult otolaryngology, if desired
• Subspecialty Development: Support for special interests including aerodigestive, cleft/craniofacial, and complex airway programs
• Balanced Call: 1:5 call schedule supporting both professional fulfillment and quality of life
• Strong Financial Foundation: Hospital-supported recruitment with income guarantee in a high-demand service area
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MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital

One of only eight free-standing children’s hospitals in California, MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital is a not-for-profit pediatric teaching hospital affiliated with UC Irvine, treating more than 13,000 children each year in the hospital.

What truly distinguishes Miller Children’s is its integration of women’s and children’s services under one roof—creating a unique and powerful continuum of care. With more than 5,000 births annually, a high-volume NICU, and a strong maternal-fetal medicine program, the hospital serves as a natural referral hub for complex neonatal and pediatric conditions.

Guided by a mission to be “the most caring place on earth,” the hospital is known for its dedication to providing compassionate, high quality health care to every patient who walks through the doors —a true location where clinical excellence and humanity go hand in hand.
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Life in Coastal Southern California

Practice and live in one of the most sought-after regions in the country where you can enjoy year-round sunshine, mild coastal temperatures, and over 45 miles of stunning beaches. From morning walks along Pacific coast to weekends spent sailing, hiking, biking or exploring vibrant coastal communities, the lifestyle is both active and restorative.

Families are drawn to the region for its highly regarded schools, safe and welcoming neighborhoods, and exceptional quality of life. With easy access to Los Angeles, San Diego, Palm Springs and beyond, this location offers both connectivity and coastal tranquility.

This is more than a place to practice—it is a place to build a rewarding life.
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Confidential Inquiries:
Glenda Church Smith
Principal, Pediatric Search Partners
214.850.3094 (Call/Text) | [email protected]