Gastroenterology Program Director

Company: HCA Healthcare
Location: Ocala
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Description Specialization: Gastroenterology Job Summary: HCA Florida Ocala Hospital, in collaboration with UCF College of Medicine (UCF COM) and a respected private practice, is excited to announce the launch of a new ACGME-accredited Gastroenterology fellowship program, set to begin in 2027. We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and visionary Gastroenterologist to serve as Program Director and lead this transformative educational initiative. Candidate Qualifications: Ideal candidates will bring a passion for teaching, leadership, and clinical excellence: Board certified in Gastroenterology Must have at least three (3) years of documented educational and / or administrative experience in an ACGME-accredited internal medicine residency OR gastroenterology fellowship Proven ability to balance administrative leadership with hands-on teaching and clinical care Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills Demonstrated scholarly activity (e.g., peer-reviewed research, publications, national presentations, committee involvement) is highly encouraged Practice / Hospital call: 1 in 7 weeks Position based exclusively at the Ocala office Incentives & Benefits Direct employment with the private practice Faculty appointment with UCF College of Medicine Collaborative opportunities with UCF COM faculty Partnership track Comprehensive support system for clinical and academic success About the Practice Established presence in the community for over 45 years Team of nearly 20 providers: 11 physicians and 8 APPs Main campus in Ocala with two satellite locations for patient convenience Two AAAHC-certified surgery / endoscopy centers, consistently ranked by Newsweek among America’s Best ASCs — most recently in 2025 About Graduate Medical Education at HCA Florida Ocala Hospital HCA Healthcare has over 330 residency and fellowship programs in 73 hospitals in 16 states. HCA is helping to educate over 5,300 residents and 360 fellows. HCA Florida Ocala Hospital established Graduate Medical Education in 2016. The hospital has 7 residency programs and 2 fellowship programs. On-site Simulation Lab. The future Gastroenterology program is anticipated to have 6 total learners once fully launched / 2 per year. About HCA Florida Ocala Hospital ?: We operate a 545-bed hospital across two campuses: the Ocala Campus (HCA Florida Ocala Hospital with 323 beds) and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital (a part of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital with 222 beds), alongside 5 freestanding EDs. Society of Thoracic Surgeons ranks us as a 3-Star STS Composite Quality provider. Recognized by Healthgrades: America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery and Spine Surgery in 2024, among the top 250 hospitals nationwide, and ranked No. 1 in Florida for joint replacement, orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, vascular surgery, and surgical care. ACS recognized Level I Trauma Center and hold DNV certification as a Comprehensive Stroke Center. Our hospital has demonstrated consistent growth and made significant investments in capital improvements over several years. We are expanding our Graduate Medical Education (GME) program, currently hosting 160 residents in partnership with the University of Central Florida (UCF) to train future generations of physicians. Ocala is a remarkable town for raising a family; including top-notch educational options. Marion County boasts winding pathways canopied with oak trees and dangling trellises of Spanish Moss, Silver Springs - Nature's Theme Park, the Ocala National Forest, the rolling green fields of horse farms, historic districts, outstanding golf courses, crystal-clear rivers, and fresh-water springs. Marion County has a population of more than 400,000 and growing. Ocala is conveniently located one hour from both coasts and one hour north of Orlando.

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