Pediatric Otolaryngologist

Job Description

Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware, is seeking a fellowship-trained Pediatric Otolaryngologist to join our well-established and expanding team in Wilmington, Delaware. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice in a collaborative, academic environment within one of the nation's leading pediatric health systems.

Nemours Children's is making transformative investments in Delaware, including:

• A new maternal-fetal health program and expanded Advanced Delivery Program.
• Major growth in cancer, neonatology, and cardiology services.
• Over $130 million in capital improvements , ensuring state-of-the-art facilities and resources for complex pediatric care.

About the Role

As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist at Nemours, you will:

• Provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for ear, nose, and throat (ENT) conditions in neonates, infants, children, and adolescents.
• Work alongside a dedicated team of eight full-time pediatric otolaryngologists , six physician assistants, two APRNs, and three specialty nurses.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary programs, including:
  • Aerodigestive and Complex Airway Program
  • Cochlear Implant and Auditory Rehabilitation
  • Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Teams
  • Pediatric Voice Program
  • Sleep Clinic in partnership with Pulmonology
• Participate in bedside endoscopy services, including FEES, and contribute to innovative care models.
• Engage in medical education , teaching residents from Thomas Jefferson University and supporting academic initiatives.
• Pursue research and quality improvement projects with institutional support and protected time available.

Join us and help shape the future of pediatric otolaryngology in a dynamic, patient-centered environment and receive a generous sign-on bonus as part of your recruitment package!

Program Highlights

• An active academic training site with full-time PGY-2 and PGY-3 residents, rotating PGY-1s, and strong institutional relationships with Thomas Jefferson University.
• Opportunities to design and grow clinical programs that align with your vision for the division and institution.
• Access to advanced diagnostics and surgical technology in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.
• A comprehensive Department of Surgery with all pediatric surgical subspecialties represented.
• Strong infrastructure for clinical research and quality improvement projects , with institutional funding opportunities.

Position Requirements

• Medical degree ( MD or DO ) from an accredited institution
• Board certified in Pediatric Otolaryngolog y
• Fellowship trained in Pediatric Otolaryngology from an ACGME-accredited program
• Eligible for or holds an unrestricted Delaware medical license and active DEA registration
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative leadership style
• A strong commitment to education, clinical excellence, innovation , and advancing pediatric surgical care

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: A package that is commensurate with training and experience plus annual incentives valuing clinical, academic and quality achievements
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match and 457 plans
• Relocation Support: Mortgage assistance and relocation packages
• Work-Life Balance: Six weeks of paid family leave
• Professional Development: CME, licensure and dues allowances
• Additional Benefits: Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; no state sales tax in Delaware

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About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida - along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

Learn more at Nemours.org.

About the Team

At Nemours Children's, our physicians collaborate across specialties, practices, and hospital settings to deliver care that is among the safest, most compassionate, and most advanced in pediatric medicine. As part of a fully integrated health system with strong academic partnerships, we are focused on achieving exceptional outcomes across every specialty.


We continuously measure and improve outcomes to ensure consistent, top-tier care for children and families. Our culture supports professional growth, collaboration, and innovation while advancing our mission to create the healthiest generations of children.


We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to creating a strong sense of belonging for patients, families, and team members alike. Nemours is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.


Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware is a 220-bed, internationally recognized pediatric hospital and the only Level I pediatric trauma center and Level IV NICU in the state.


In the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals rankings, Nemours Children's, Delaware is a Top 10 children's hospital in the Mid-Atlantic region with eight nationally ranked specialties, including Top 10 in orthopedics and Top 15 in diabetes and endocrinology.


A Level I Children's Surgery Center and three-time Magnet®-recognized organization, Nemours Children's continues a $130 million campus expansion enhancing cardiology, oncology, maternal fetal medicine, and surgical services.


Wilmington, Delaware


Wilmington offers an ideal blend of historic charm, economic vitality, and East Coast accessibility. Located along the scenic Brandywine River, the city features vibrant cultural districts, acclaimed restaurants, museums, performing arts venues, and miles of parks and trails.


Residents enjoy convenient access to Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., along with Amtrak service throughout the Northeast Corridor. Wilmington's strong financial, health care, and life sciences sectors, combined with excellent schools and diverse neighborhoods, make it an attractive place for professionals and families seeking both opportunity and quality of life.