Description
Position Title: Emergency Medicine Physician – UF Health Ocala
Institution: University of Florida, Department of Emergency Medicine
Location: Ocala, FL
Job Function:
- DO
- Emergency Medicine
- Emergency Physician
- Healthcare
- MD
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Category: Post-Training
Job Description:
The University of Florida Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking Emergency Medicine physicians to join UF Health Ocala Neighborhood Hospital, a modern, state-university-employed practice offering an excellent work-life balance, predictable scheduling, and comprehensive benefits.
This is an ideal opportunity for physicians seeking a stable, lower-volume Emergency Medicine environment with the support and resources of a nationally recognized academic health system — without the pressure of a traditional academic appointment.
Position Highlights
- Only 12 shifts per month
- Flexible scheduling available
- Open to full-time and 0.8 FTE candidates
- Employed by the University of Florida
- State of Florida benefits and retirement options
- PSLF-eligible employer
- No tail coverage required (sovereign immunity protection)
- Epic EMR
- Modern UF-affiliated neighborhood hospital setting
- Supportive clinical environment with hospitalist support
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Compensation based on MGMA Salary Benchmarks
- $50,000 Recruitment Bonus
- $10,000 relocation assistance
- Employer-paid health, life, and disability insurance
- State pension and retirement investment plans
- CME allowance
- Generous paid leave benefits
Practice Details
UF Health Ocala Neighborhood Hospital is a newer 150,000-square-foot facility featuring:
- Emergency department
- Imaging center with CT, MRI, Ultrasound, and X-ray
- Surgical suites
- Rehabilitation services
- Expansion capacity and specialty support access
Why Florida?
Enjoy no state income tax, year-round outdoor recreation, and convenient access to Gainesville, Orlando, and Florida’s Gulf Coast communities while working within a stable university-employed model.
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. Learn more by visiting https://www.ocalamarion.com/
Benefits Overview
At the University of Florida, we are committed to the well-being and professional growth of our physicians and staff. Our benefits package is designed to support your health, work-life balance, and financial security, with eligibility to:
- 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.
Job Requirements:
- Medical degree (MD/DO or equivalent)
- ABEM/ABOEM Board Certified/Eligible
- ACLS certified (or willingness to obtain)
- New graduates and experienced physicians encouraged to apply
Job Details:
- Job Duration: Indefinite
- Required Travel: None
- Min Education: MD/DO
- Min Experience: None
Workplace Type: On-Site
Contact Information:
Benice Ylagan
EM-Careers@ufl.edu
352-733-1470