<p>A high-volume neurosurgery service at a Level I Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center in Ocala, Florida is recruiting an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join an established, multidisciplinary neuroscience team. The role blends operative first-assist, neuro-ICU procedural work, and outpatient clinic — offering genuine clinical breadth and autonomy within a well-resourced academic-caliber environment. Ocala's central Florida location, affordable cost of living, and outdoor lifestyle make this a compelling long-term destination for the right APP.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Employed position through a large physician services organization — stable, institutional infrastructure with dedicated administrative support</li> <li>Competitive compensation package (specific figures available upon inquiry)</li> <li>Comprehensive and flexible benefits package including health, dental, and vision options</li> <li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li> <li>CME time and financial allowance</li> <li>Occurrence-based malpractice coverage — no tail liability exposure</li> <li>Strong clinical and administrative support system embedded within the neuroscience service line</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Hybrid inpatient and outpatient role within a high-volume neurosurgery service</li> <li>Three operative days per week as first assist — case mix is approximately 20% cranial and 80% spine</li> <li>Two days per week in outpatient neurosurgery clinic with shared call responsibilities</li> <li>Bedside neuro-ICU and neurosurgical trauma procedures performed independently by the APP</li> <li>Practice site is a designated Level I Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center with dedicated neuro-ICU support</li> <li>Integrated neuroscience team includes attending neurosurgeons, advanced practice providers, neurointerventionalists, and neurohospitalists — a full-spectrum neuro service under one roof</li> <li>High-acuity referral catchment consistent with a regional Level I Trauma and Stroke destination</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current licensure as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Florida, or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>Prior surgical experience required; neurosurgical experience strongly preferred</li> <li>Comfort with operative first-assist across cranial and spine cases</li> <li>Proficiency with or ability to perform bedside neuro-ICU and neurosurgical trauma procedures</li> <li>Ability to function with clinical autonomy within a collaborative, high-volume neuroscience team</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Ocala sits at the geographic center of Florida — one hour from both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts and one hour north of Orlando — giving residents easy access to beaches, theme parks, and a major metro without the urban cost or congestion. The city is nationally recognized for its horse farms, crystal-clear freshwater springs, championship golf courses, and extensive trail systems, making it a natural fit for clinicians who value outdoor recreation and a relaxed pace of life. Top-rated schools and a notably affordable cost of living round out a community that consistently attracts families and professionals looking to put down roots.</p>