<p>Brandon, Florida is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician for locum/Envoy coverage at HCA Florida Brandon Hospital — a 479-bed acute care facility serving one of Florida's fastest-growing communities just southeast of Tampa. The emergency department handles 50,000 visits annually at a pace of 2.0 patients per hour, supported by 24-hour physician coverage, 12 hours of daily APP coverage, and a large EM residency program. Travel and lodging are provided, making this a strong fit for physicians seeking flexible hospital-based EM work in a high-amenity Florida market.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive compensation structure for locum/Envoy engagement</li> <li>Travel and lodging provided for all coverage shifts</li> <li>Professional liability (malpractice) insurance with tail coverage included</li> <li>Clinician referral bonus program: $1,000 for each physician referral, $500 for each APP referral</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>479-bed acute care hospital with a full spectrum of specialty services</li> <li>Emergency department annual volume: 50,000 visits; pace of 2.0 patients per hour</li> <li>24/7 emergency coverage for both adult and pediatric patients</li> <li>Physician coverage model: 24 hours per day; APP coverage model: 12 hours per day</li> <li>Large, on-site Emergency Medicine residency program providing additional clinical support</li> <li>EMR platform: MediTech</li> <li>Heart and Vascular Center and Bariatric Center on campus</li> <li>Level III NICU for high-acuity neonatal cases</li> <li>The Women's Center and The Baby Suites offering comprehensive obstetric and family care</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (required)</li> <li>Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>Comfort managing the full acuity range of a high-volume community emergency department, including pediatric presentations</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Brandon sits just southeast of Tampa in one of Florida's most rapidly expanding suburban corridors, offering residents easy access to a major metropolitan area while maintaining a distinct community character. The area features lakefront trails, parks, top-rated golf courses open year-round, a bustling downtown, and a rich cultural scene including art galleries and performance venues. Excellent shopping, historic sites, and proximity to Tampa's international airport, professional sports, and Gulf Coast beaches round out a lifestyle that appeals to physicians at every career stage.</p>