<p>A well-established neuroscience service in Ocala, Florida is recruiting a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join a high-volume neurosurgery team at a Level I Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center. The role blends operative first-assist, neuro-ICU procedural work, and outpatient clinic — a rare combination that offers genuine breadth of scope and clinical autonomy within a fully supported, multidisciplinary neuroscience program. 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, established physician services organization — stable, long-term engagement</li> <li>Competitive compensation package (details provided upon inquiry through MDPositions)</li> <li>Occurrence-based professional liability coverage — no tail exposure</li> <li>CME time and CME allowance included</li> <li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li> <li>Comprehensive and flexible benefits package (medical, dental, vision structure typical of large physician services organizations)</li> <li>Strong administrative and clinical support infrastructure</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>High-volume neurosurgery service with a case mix of approximately 80% spine and 20% cranial procedures</li> <li>3 operative days per week as first-assist in the OR</li> <li>2 days per week in outpatient neurosurgery clinic</li> <li>Shared call coverage model</li> <li>Bedside neuro-ICU and neurosurgical trauma procedures within scope of practice</li> <li>Practice site is a Level I Trauma Center — full-spectrum neurosurgical trauma volume</li> <li>Designated Comprehensive Stroke Center with dedicated neuro-ICU support</li> <li>Multidisciplinary neuroscience team includes neurosurgeons, APPs, neurointerventionalists, and neurohospitalists</li> <li>Integrated inpatient and outpatient model provides continuity across the full patient care continuum</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (APRN) with active Florida licensure or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>Prior surgical APP experience required; neurosurgical experience strongly preferred</li> <li>Comfort with operative first-assist in both spine and cranial cases</li> <li>Proficiency with or willingness to perform bedside neuro-ICU and neurosurgical trauma procedures</li> <li>Ability to manage a shared call schedule within a high-acuity neuroscience service</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Ocala sits at the geographic center of Florida, placing both coasts and the Orlando metro within a one-hour drive — a rare convenience for a city that otherwise feels distinctly unhurried. The region is nationally recognized for its horse farms, crystal-clear freshwater springs, championship golf courses, and access to state and national parks, making it a natural draw for clinicians who prioritize outdoor recreation and quality of life. Top-rated schools and a cost of living well below Florida's coastal markets round out the appeal for families and early-career providers alike.</p>