Due to community need, Benefis Health System, the largest hospital in Montana is seeking one otolaryngologist to join an existing practice in Great Falls.  Each candidate must be board certified by ABMS or AOA to qualify for this position. 

Facilities.  Benefis Health System has 516-beds at two campuses and is a Level II Trauma Center – one of only four in the state and 107 in the country.  There are 210 members on the medical staff representing 40 specialties.  BenefisHealth System is recognized for its exceptional work in quality care, and has the distinction of being among the nation’s best hospitals for the past three years running (HealthGrades).    Benefis is the largest hospital in Montana and is the largest non-governmental employer in the Great Falls area.  Benefis provides healthcare to approximately 225,000 people in a service area covering 44,814 square miles - - 15 counties in Northcentral Montana.  The ED treats critical trauma victims injured in the community and across Montana (200 mile radius of Great Falls).  Their flight services provide aeromedical transport via both helicopter and airplane.  A state of the art CICU and CCU is under construction and will be completed in 2009. 

Location.  Home to the outdoor enthusiasts, Great Falls, Montana’s third largest city, is located on the Missouri River among the five falls.  Great Falls is a marketing center with good air and highway connections.  It provides numerous arts, cultural, entertainment, and outdoor activities.  Grand vistas can be found in every direction; Great Falls is surrounded by mountains and buttes on three sides, as well as vast plains to the north.  Great Falls International Airport serves Central Montana.  Explore the opportunity to live in a community with a low crime rate, excellent educational system and an average commute time of 12 minutes or less. 

Compensation.   Employment is offered through Benefis Practitioners Associates.  Based on a productivity model, nationally competitive compensation is complimented with comprehensive benefits including: paid vacation, retirement plan, generous CME, relocation assistance, malpractice and signing bonus.