Description

Specialization:
Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Summary:

Ocala Health is a seeking an experienced cardiac physician assistant to join an established cardiothoracic surgery practice.
Qualified Candidates:

• Prior cardiac experience required
• Proficient in vein harvesting (EVH and open) required
• Join two cardiothoracic surgeons and 2 Advanced Practice Providers 
• 80% of time spent in hospital / 20% in clinic 
• Hospital work focused on inpatient rounding, consults, discharges, some ICU & surgery
• First assist in procedures 
• Share call with Advanced Practice Providers 
• Must be NCCPA board certified
• Practice specializes in the latest minimally invasive cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgical techniques (mitral valve repair, thoracic aortic aneurysm repair, TAVR)

Incentive/Benefits Package:
This is an employed opportunity through HCA Physician Services Group which offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Great comprehensive and flexible benefits program
• PTO and CME time / allowance
• Occurrence-based malpractice
• Strong support system

About HCA Florida Ocala Hospital​:

• 3-Star STS CABG program
• 545-bed Hospital with two campuses, CVT program housed at Ocala Campus (HCA Florida Ocala Hospital: 323-beds, HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, A part of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital: 222-beds) and 5 freestanding EDs
• The region’s only ACS recognized Level I Trauma Center and DNV certified Comprehensive Stroke Center
• Consistent growth and impressive investment in capital improvements for several years
• Growing graduate medical education (GME) with 160 residents partnering with University of Central Florida (UCF) to train the next generation of physicians. Cardiology Fellowship starts 2024/25.

Ocala is a remarkable town for raising a family; including top-notch educational options. Marion County boasts winding pathways canopied with oak trees and dangling trellises of Spanish Moss, Silver Springs - Nature's Theme Park, the Ocala National Forest, the rolling green fields of horse farms, historic districts, outstanding golf courses, crystal-clear rivers, and fresh-water springs. Marion County has a population of more than 400,000 and growing. Ocala is conveniently located one hour from both coasts and one hour north of Orlando.