Fort Walton Beach is a charming and quaint beach town, conveniently located 10 minutes away from Destin, Florida, one of the top beach vacation destinations on the Emerald Coast. Fort Walton Beach is a very desirable beach community offering a family-friendly lifestyle with year-round sunshine, an entertainment district featuring shopping, dining and nightlife, neighborhood parks and a multitude of recreational activities. Fort Walton boasts some of the best rated schools in the state (including nearby communities such as Niceville). Live where everyone wants to vacation! Powdery white-sand beaches, emerald waters, enjoyable golf courses, parks, museums, aquariums and much more - Fort Walton Beach has something for everyone.
HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is a full-service, 330-bed acute care facility serving Florida's Emerald Coast and the surrounding tri-county area. As the region's only Level II Trauma Center, the hospital offers a wide range of advanced surgical services, including cardiothoracic surgery, robotic-assisted procedures, neurosurgery, orthopedic and spine surgery, general surgery, and minimally invasive techniques across multiple specialties. The hospital features state-of-the-art operating rooms, a dedicated cardiovascular OR team, and a comprehensive surgical recovery unit to support high-quality, patient-centered care. Its open-heart surgery program is among the most respected in the region, supported by an Accredited Chest Pain Center and a full suite of cardiac services. In addition to surgical excellence, the hospital provides specialized care through its cardiovascular and neonatal intensive care units, emergency services, including a main ER, Pediatric ER and Express ER, Primary Stroke Center, inpatient rehabilitation unit, and behavioral health services.
With its advanced clinical capabilities and commitment to excellence, HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital continues to set the standard for high-quality, compassionate care in Northwest Florida.
Director of Cardiac Anesthesiology - Leadership Opportunity on Florida's Emerald Coast - $125k Start Date Bonus!!
Envision is seeking an experienced and innovative Director of Cardiac Anesthesiology to lead our high-performing team at HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital, located on Florida's stunning Emerald Coast.
This is a unique opportunity to take on a key leadership role in a growing cardiac program while enjoying an exceptional quality of work-life. Lead a collaborative, supportive team and shape the future of cardiac anesthesia services in a high-acuity, high-reward environment. Advance your career where leadership, lifestyle, and clinical excellence converge.
Leadership Position Highlights:
Leadership Role: Direct and elevate a comprehensive cardiac anesthesia program
Generous Compensation: $575k-$590k; $125,000 start date bonus, relocation bonus, licensure support,10 weeks PTO, 100% paid malpractice, and full benefits
Lifestyle-Friendly Call: Every 5th Week, beeper call from home (infrequent call backs) - NO in-house call
Balanced Schedule: Designed to support professional growth and personal well-being
Prime Location: Live and work in one of Florida's most desirable beachside communities
Opportunity Details:
Anesthesia Care team is comprised of 9 physicians and 25 APPs
Diverse Case mix including Cardiac, Vascular, Gyn, Ortho, Trauma, Cysto, ENT, Neuro, Orthospine, General, Robotic, Thoracic-Lungs, OB-non high risk, GI, EP, MRI, CT, Cathlab, Bronch Lab, Plastics, healthy day surgery Peds, and Podiatry
Approximately 400 cardiac cases annually
Level II Trauma Center
Cardiac Fellowship, TEE Certification Required
Envision offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, CME, generous time off, 401K, licensure assistance, and paid malpractice with tail coverage.
For more information about this opportunity, contact Sherri Karas, Clinical Recruiter, at sherri.karas@envisionhealth.com or directly at 251.223.2060 .