Emergency Medicine Physician – UF Health Ocala Neighborhood Hospital

Overview

The University of Florida, Department of Emergency Medicine, seeks a motivated Emergency Medicine Physician to join our team. You will provide high-quality patient care in a collaborative setting, supporting the department's commitment to innovation and excellence in emergency medicine. Focused on delivering outstanding clinical service in a novel care model, you will collaborate with a dedicated and excellence-driven team to shape the future of emergency care at our new Ocala Neighborhood Hospital.

The UF Department of Emergency Medicine proudly maintains an affiliation with UF Health Shands Hospital, a distinguished 1,162-bed teaching facility renowned for its Level 1 trauma center and cutting-edge burn center. This affiliation underscores our commitment to top-tier medical care and innovation.

• New hospital, fresh start. Be among the first to practice in a purpose-built microhospital using an innovative care model.
• Manageable volume. Fewer than 10,000 visits expected in year one.
• Flexible scheduling. Twelve 12-hour shifts/month.
• Team-first culture. Work alongside a tight-knit, collaborative group. Collaborate with nursing, advanced practice providers, and hospital leadership.
• Academic connection. Maintain a direct affiliation with UF’s main Emergency Department in Gainesville.
• Deliver high-quality emergency care to a broad range of patients.
• Facilitate smooth transfers to higher-acuity care when needed.
• Champion a positive patient experience in a fast-paced setting.

The City Of Ocala
Located in beautiful North Central Florida's scenic “Horse Capital of the World,” Ocala blends natural beauty with suburban convenience. From rolling horse farms, crystal-clear springs, to national forests, and easy drives to both coasts — all while being part of a close-knit medical community backed by the University of Florida.

Expected Salary
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

• Generous paid leave: vacation, sick time, holidays, and 8 weeks parental
• Individual and Family Health Insurance Coverage
• Domestic partner benefits and own-occ disability insurance
• State of Florida Retirement Plan Options
• State of Florida Basic Life Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Wellness Programs available to employees
• Academic and leadership growth opportunities
• Sovereign immunity malpractice coverage

For more details on our comprehensive benefits, visit UF Benefits.

Licensed to practice medicine in accordance with Chapter 458, Florida Statutes
* plus four years of appropriate experience. Completion of a residency program may substitute for the required experience.

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
• Qualified for licensure in the State of Florida
• Federal DEA Certification

To be considered, candidates must submit the following documents:

• A cover letter detailing your interest.
• A current resume/curriculum vitae.
• A list of at least three professional references.

For questions, please reach out to EM-Careers

If accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call  or the Florida Relay System at  (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US.

The position posting will remain open and accept applications until a competitive pool of applicants is established.

Health Assessment

Required:

Yes

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Higher Education