Locums Pediatric Otolaryngology Physician

We are seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Otolaryngology Physician to provide locums coverage at the Children’s Hospital of Illinois (CHOI) Pediatric ENT Clinic in Peoria, IL, beginning January 2026. This is an as-needed position to fill service gaps and cover scheduled provider PTO. The role supports a dedicated pediatric ENT team, which includes two attending ENT surgeons and two experienced physician assistants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide outpatient and inpatient ENT care for pediatric patients
• Perform ENT surgical procedures as clinically indicated
• Provide night call coverage on a rotating or as-needed basis
• Collaborate with APPs, nursing, and ancillary staff in a pediatric-focused environment 

Required Procedures:

• Tonsillectomy
• Adenoidectomy
• Myringotomy with vent tube insertion
• Cauterization of the septum
• Frenulectomy
• Foreign body removal
• Abscess drainage
• Myringoplasty
• Laryngoscopy 

Schedule:

• Monday–Sunday, 12-hour clinical shifts
• Night call coverage as needed
• Flexible scheduling based on clinic needs and provider availability 

Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Otolaryngology with Pediatric ENT experience
• Active or eligible Illinois medical license
• Active Controlled Substance Registration (CSR)
• Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications
• Experience in pediatric ENT surgical procedures is required 

Peoria, Illinois is a dynamic riverfront city located in the heart of Central Illinois, offering a unique blend of urban convenience and Midwestern charm. As the oldest European settlement in Illinois and home to a major medical and educational hub, Peoria is a welcoming and affordable place to live and work—especially appealing to healthcare professionals and families.