Locums - Ocala, Florida, Emergency Medicine Openings

Locums - Ocala, Florida | Emergency Medicine Opportunities

Clinical Role

Join a large emergency medicine program in Ocala, Florida, providing coverage across multiple emergency department locations, including freestanding emergency departments (FSEDs) and hospital-based emergency departments. This long-term locums opportunity offers flexible scheduling, strong APP support, and teaching opportunities through established residency and APP training programs.

Assignment Details

Start Date:

• ASAP

Duration:

• Ongoing, with anticipated need of 1–2 years

Schedule:

• Primarily 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM shifts
• Two additional 8-hour shifts available daily at select locations

Position Highlights

• Long-term locums opportunity
• Multiple emergency department locations
• Freestanding and hospital-based ED settings
• Emergency Medicine residency program onsite
• APP training program onsite
• APP support available depending on shift and location
• Flexible practice opportunities based on provider preference

Clinical Details & Responsibilities

Practice Settings:

• Hospital-based emergency departments
• Freestanding emergency departments (FSEDs)

Facility Information:

• Primary emergency department includes 31 beds

Patient Volume:

• FSEDs average approximately two patients per hour
• Main hospital emergency departments vary by location and acuity level

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Emergency department evaluation and treatment
• Management of low, moderate, and higher acuity emergency presentations
• Performance of emergency procedures as needed
• Collaboration with APPs, residents, and hospital staff

Common Patient Presentations:

Freestanding EDs:

• Primarily ESI Level 3–5 patients
• Lower-acuity emergency presentations

Ocala/Main Hospital Sites:

• Predominantly ESI Level 3 patients
• Common complaints include abdominal pain, chest pain, and general medical emergencies
• Providers are generally not assigned to the highest-acuity sections unless specifically requested

Required Procedures:

• Central venous access
• Arterial line placement
• Lumbar puncture
• Endotracheal intubation
• Cardiac pacing
• Orthopedic stabilization
• Comprehensive emergency medicine procedures

Support & Technology

Support Staff:

• APP coverage varies by site and shift
• Emergency Medicine residency program
• APP training program
• Full emergency department support staff

Requirements

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Emergency Medicine following completion of an accredited residency – Required
• Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physicians with a minimum of three years of Emergency Medicine experience will be considered for freestanding emergency department coverage only
• Demonstrated proficiency in all emergency medicine procedures – Required

Organization & Team

• Established emergency medicine program
• Teaching environment with residency training
• Strong APP support structure
• Multiple practice settings available
• Long-term ongoing staffing opportunity

About Ocala, Florida

Location & Access: Located in north-central Florida, Ocala offers convenient access to Orlando, Tampa, Gainesville, and Florida's Gulf and Atlantic coasts.

Lifestyle & Community: Known as the "Horse Capital of the World," Ocala provides a unique blend of small-city charm, equestrian culture, and modern amenities.

Outdoor Recreation: Residents enjoy access to the Ocala National Forest, freshwater springs, hiking trails, horseback riding, kayaking, boating, and numerous outdoor activities.

Attractions: The area features world-renowned horse farms, Silver Springs State Park, historic downtown Ocala, cultural events, and year-round festivals.

Quality of Life: Ocala offers affordable living, a warm climate, abundant outdoor recreation, and a relaxed Florida lifestyle with convenient access to major metropolitan areas.

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