Posted: Sep 23, 2026
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Atlanta - Pediatric ENT Surgeon - Academic or clinical options

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Atlanta, GA
Application Deadline: N/A
The Division of Otolaryngology at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta + Emory University is expanding, and we are actively seeking board-eligible/certified pediatric ENT surgeons to help us meet the growing demand of the communities we serve and continue providing advanced care for pediatric disorders and diseases of the ear, nose, and throat. This position offers an academic track or a clinical track tailored to the candidates’ interests.  The academic track includes an academic appointment with Emory University School of Medicine with rank commensurate with experience. 
 
Our group of surgeons focuses on providing patient-centered care for the children of the Southeast and beyond, leveraging the capabilities of one of the largest pediatric health systems in the country. Our team provides a robust multi-disciplinary care experience, with clinics dedicated to aerodigestive pathology, complex dysphagia, hearing loss, tracheostomy care, vascular anomalies, thyroid surgery, complex head and neck tumor care, and refractory sleep apnea. 
 
Our growing team of otolaryngologists and advanced practice providers manage routine ENT problems and complex cases in the areas of:
  • Craniofacial disorders
  • Feeding and dysphagia management
  • Head and neck tumors
  • Hearing Loss
  • Sleep disorders
  • Vascular anomalies
Experience
  • No minimum Experience Required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in respective clinical area.
Education
  • Graduate of an accredited, four-year medical school.
  • Graduate of an accredited, post-graduate residency program in Otolaryngology.
Certification Summary
  • Board Certified/ Board Eligible in Otolaryngology.
  • Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Georgia.
  • BLS or PALS certification required.
  • Current DEA registration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member.
  • Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff.
  • Demonstrates the following skills in accomplishing job duties and responsibilities: personal organization and time management, human relations and teamwork, personal adaptability, personal motivation, and listening.
Job Responsibilities
  • Provides patient care within the respective clinical area which complies with the Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and Children’s policies and procedures
  • Provides and/or serves as a resource for patient/family and staff education
  • Educate and assist trainees with medical decision making
  • Provides an authenticated report of all physician services rendered and maintains accurate and complete records in an acceptable manner
  • Completes necessary documentation and ensures timely communication to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement
  • Actively responds to patient and clinical staff questions and requests
  • Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area
  • Participates in activities that enhance professional development, complete, and maintain certification in BLS, PALS, or NALS and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the area assigned
  • Performs other responsibilities as required

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit an application online and/or send CV and cover letter to Kara Prickett, MD, Division Chief of Pediatric Otolaryngology, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Professor of Otolaryngology and Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine at kara.prickett@emory.edu. Please copy physician recruiter Kati Keyes [email protected].