HCA Florida Capital Hospital in Tallahassee, FL is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician for an independent contractor engagement at a 266-bed full-service acute care facility that has anchored the Big Bend region for more than 30 years. The hospital offers a broad continuum of care — from prenatal and maternity services through advanced cardiac, oncology, and one of the state's few accredited rehabilitation centers — giving emergency physicians immediate access to robust in-house subspecialty support. Florida's zero state income tax adds a meaningful financial advantage to an already competitive compensation structure.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive compensation as an independent contractor (1099)
- No Florida state income tax — a direct enhancement to take-home pay
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Excellent leadership and collaborative medical staff
- Close proximity to Tallahassee International Airport, supporting flexible scheduling for out-of-area physicians
Practice Highlights
- 266-bed acute care facility with a full-service hospital campus and extensive affiliated clinic system
- Emergency medicine department supported by in-house subspecialty services including advanced cardiac care and oncology
- One of the few accredited rehabilitation centers in the state of Florida, available for direct inpatient consultation and transfer
- Prenatal, maternity, and home health services on campus — broad continuum of care from birth through post-acute
- Integrated clinic network spanning urgent care centers and specialty physician centers, providing a robust referral and follow-up infrastructure
- Serving the Big Bend regional catchment area for over 30 years — established community presence with strong patient volume and regional recognition
- Excellent medical staff and leadership team with a collaborative practice culture
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of community and regional ED acuity, including access to advanced cardiac and oncology subspecialty support
About the Community
Tallahassee is Florida's state capital and home to Florida State University and Florida A&M University, giving the city a vibrant cultural scene, strong school systems, and a highly educated population base. The Big Bend region offers a distinctive Florida lifestyle — canopy roads, Gulf Coast beaches within an hour's drive, freshwater springs, and year-round outdoor recreation — at a cost of living well below South Florida metros. Tallahassee International Airport provides convenient direct and connecting service, making the city accessible for physicians who travel or maintain ties elsewhere.