Cardiac Anesthesiologist Opportunity in Ocala, Florida – Exceptional Compensation, Relocation Support & No State Income Tax

Overview

Ready for a career move that offers both professional fulfillment and a better quality of life? AdventHealth Ocala is seeking a cardiac anesthesiologist to join a respected, expanding program in one of Florida’s most attractive relocation markets. Located in Central Florida, Ocala offers the clinical opportunity of a growing heart program with the lifestyle advantages many physicians are seeking: no state income tax, a lower cost of living than many major metro areas, year-round outdoor recreation, highly livable neighborhoods, and easy access to Orlando, Tampa, Gainesville, natural springs, beaches, and theme parks.

Job Description:

AdventHealth Ocala seeks a BE/BC Cardiac Anesthesiologist for its well-established and expanding cardiac anesthesia service line. This is an excellent opportunity for a physician who wants a high-quality clinical practice, a strong health system platform, and the ability to relocate to a Florida community that offers space, affordability, and lifestyle flexibility. Candidates should be fellowship trained in cardiac anesthesia or have extensive cardiac experience with echo certification.

•  7 on/7 off schedule with alternating call days
  • 26 weeks on/26 weeks off, only 13 weeks of call.
• Medical Direction model with CRNAs
• Highly competitive compensation package with additional pay opportunities for extra shifts
• $50k signing bonus plus moving allowance to support relocation
• Annual stipend for CME, dues, license
• Health, vision, dental benefits plus retirement with match eligible on Day 1
• Relocation-friendly opportunity for physicians seeking warm weather, no state income tax, and a more balanced Florida lifestyle

Why AdventHealth Ocala?

When you join AdventHealth Ocala, you become part of one of the largest faith-based health care systems in the nation, with 55+ hospitals across 9 states and a mission-centered commitment to whole-person care. AdventHealth Ocala continues to invest in growth for the community, including its new Medical Office Building that brings key service lines together on campus, including cardiovascular care, women’s health, neuroscience, and orthopedics. For cardiac anesthesiologists, this means the chance to join a growing hospital market supported by a broad, integrated network and a team focused on expanding access to advanced care close to home.

Ocala, Florida: A Compelling Move for Out-of-State Physicians

Ocala offers the Florida lifestyle without many of the tradeoffs associated with larger coastal cities. Known as the Horse Capital of the World, Ocala combines natural beauty, established neighborhoods, strong community feel, and access to outdoor recreation with a more manageable pace of life. Physicians relocating will find meaningful advantages: no Florida state income tax, housing value compared with many major metropolitan markets, mild winters, convenient access to major airports and cities, and abundant options for hiking, biking, boating, equestrian activities, natural springs, beaches, and family-friendly attractions. It is an ideal setting for physicians who want a strong clinical career and a place that feels like home.

Practice Description

The West Florida Division Medical Group continues to grow rapidly to meet the needs of the communities we serve. Over the last six years, we’ve nearly tripled in size with a projection to grow to 900 providers by the end of 2026. With the addition of AdventHealth Port Charlotte, we span a broad geography in eight counties, with practices in Charlotte, Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough, Marion, Pasco, Pinellas and Polk counties as well as five Care Pavilions. Our providers represent 40 specialties and we care for one million patients annually. Using leading edge technology, innovation, and compassion, we deliver our brand of whole-person care.

At AdventHealth Medical Group, we offer our employees extensive benefits, including opportunities for ongoing training and continuing education. What’s important to us is what’s important to you: the health and overall well-being of your patients, your colleagues and yourself. AdventHealth Medical Group staff provides care at locations throughout West Florida, including fifteen AdventHealth hospital locations. 

Hospital Description

With a rich history of medical leadership, AdventHealth Ocala has served the people of Marion county for more than 100 years. Together, we’ve experienced many “firsts,” including creating the TimberRidge ER, an off-site emergency department that’s the first of its kind in Florida and becoming the first hospital in the county to offer minimally invasive heart procedures like TAVR, MitraClip™ and the Watchman™ implant. With your trust, AdventHealth Ocala has grown into a nationally recognized 385-bed, full-service community hospital. And today, aside from being the only hospital in the region to deliver babies, we have Marion County’s only dedicated children’s emergency room, pediatric unit and level II neonatal intensive care unit.