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Get Access To All JobsJOB NO:
535044
WORK TYPE:
Multi-Track Faculty, Non-Tenure-Track Faculty, Tenure-Track Faculty
LOCATION:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES:
Medicine/Physicians
DEPARTMENT:
29160204 - MD-FAMILY MED CENTER AT MAIN
CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
CLIN AST/ASSOC/FULL PROF
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Make an Impact in Family Medicine and Obstetrics!
The University of Florida’s Department of Community Health and Family Medicine (CHFM) is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Family Medicine physician with Obstetrics training to join our core residency faculty at the UF Health - Family Medicine Main Street in beautiful Gainesville, FL. This is your chance to make a real difference by providing direct patient care to an underserved population, all while collaborating with an outstanding team of medical students, residents, staff, and nurses.
At CHFM, you’ll be immersed in a team-based environment that fosters growth, innovation, and mentorship. As faculty, you’ll be deeply involved in graduate medical education, with ample opportunities for curricular innovation, guiding students and residents, and contributing to scholarly activities.
What You’ll Do
Clinical Duties:
- Provide direct patient care to your continuity panel of patients at the Main Street Clinic.
- Precept residents in their continuity clinics and help guide them as they care for patients.
- Offer direct ambulatory maternity care and precept residents working with maternity patients.
- Collaborate with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology to provide hospital-based maternity care, including operative vaginal and cesarean section deliveries.
- Precept family medicine and obstetrics residents delivering hospital-based maternity care.
- Lead the maternity care and obstetric ultrasound track for family medicine residents.
- Participate in hospital call for laboring and maternity care patients.
- Supervise ARNP/PAs to deliver team-based care using innovative models (when applicable).
Educational Activities:
- Teach medical students and Family Medicine residents in both formal and informal settings during patient care, on the labor deck, and at educational conferences.
- Support and encourage scholarly activity and professional development to further advance faculty, department, and discipline.
- Advise, coach, and mentor residents in line with ACGME requirements.
- Participate in curriculum development and redesign, helping shape the future of family medicine education.
- Lead the maternity care curriculum in the residency program.
- Serve on the clinical competency and program evaluation committees.
- Access experienced mentors and departmental support for presenting, publishing, and fostering professional growth.
Why Join Us?
This is your opportunity to be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative team making a tangible impact on the lives of our patients and the next generation of physicians. With a supportive environment for teaching, mentoring, and professional growth, UF Health is the perfect place to build your career and make a lasting difference.
About the University of Florida:
Join America’s Number 1 public university, as ranked by the Wall Street Journal in 2024!
The University of Florida (UF) has been at the heart of Gainesville since 1906, with a vibrant community of 55,000 students. Home to 16 colleges, a leading academic health center, and a top-ranked online undergraduate program, UF offers endless opportunities for growth and collaboration. UF is also proud of its strong land-grant mission, featuring one of the country’s most comprehensive agriculture and natural resources programs.
On our stunning 2,000-acre campus, you’ll find a blend of historic red-brick charm, cutting-edge facilities, and preserved natural areas. This dynamic environment connects seamlessly to thriving innovation, commercial, and residential districts, making Gainesville a great place to live and work. Plus, with 21 NCAA Division I varsity teams, there’s no shortage of excitement. (Go Gators!)
As the only Florida member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, UF plays a leadership role in research and innovation. With a $5 billion annual budget and over 140 mission-driven units statewide, we’re shaping the future.
UF’s commitment to excellence is backed by strong state support, including substantial investments to expand our world-class faculty. Be part of a university that’s always evolving and driving change, with a focus on leadership in healthcare, education, and beyond.
Enjoy competitive, comprehensive benefits designed to support your personal and professional growth.
The University of Florida provides broad and comprehensive benefits programs. For more information on UF Benefits please click here.
About Gainesville, Florida:
Discover the perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle in Gainesville, Florida!
Home to the University of Florida, ranked among the nation’s top public universities, Gainesville is a dynamic city that offers access to cutting-edge medical research, a robust healthcare system, and a thriving academic community. With a low cost of living, no state income tax, and mild winters, Gainesville provides an exceptional quality of life for individuals and families.
Gainesville has it all. With over 30 miles of bike trails, nearby freshwater springs, and an abundance of water sports and outdoor activities, the city caters to nature lovers. Plus, you can cheer on the Gators in exciting Division I sports, immersing yourself in the community spirit. For golf enthusiasts, a beautiful 72-par championship golf course awaits.
For those who crave beach days, Gainesville offers easy access to both coasts, with pristine beaches just a short drive away. You can also enjoy nearby world-class theme parks and outdoor adventures, making Gainesville an ideal spot for families.
Gainesville combines the charm of a historic city with modern amenities, including a regional transit system, excellent schools, and a lively downtown area featuring vibrant local culture, farmers' markets, and a growing craft brewery scene. With all these opportunities, Gainesville provides the perfect environment to build your career while enjoying a balanced and active lifestyle. Join us in Gainesville, where innovation, community, and work-life balance come together!
The University of Florida is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability to apply for this position, please contact the ADA Office at (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). For more information, visit the UF ADA Compliance website. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
EXPECTED SALARY:
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Benefits:
- Low-Cost Health Insurance: UF participates in state and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners.
- Retirement Options: UF offers attractive retirement options to secure your future, through the Florida Retirement System.
- Leave: UF employees have access to a generous paid leave plan (approximately 22 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually, plus 4 additional days during the holidays!), a sick leave pool, paid maternity/paternity leave, paid medical leave, and leave payouts.
- Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to training programs, leadership development, LinkedIn Learning, and more!
- Tuition Assistance: through the UF Employee Education Program
- GatorPerks: discount significant savings for various businesses and retailers
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer: As a state organization, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Additional Benefits:
- Professional Liability: covered at no cost to members through Florida’s Self-Insurance Program
- Professional Development and Continuing Medical Education (CME) allotted each fiscal year
- Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Association (NICA) paid or reimbursed
- D.E.A. license fee exemption available
- Florida Medical License renewals paid for active faculty
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
An M.D. or D.O. degree (or equivalent), board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine, a current or eligible Florida medical license, and completion of a Family Medicine Obstetrics Fellowship with cesarean section experience sufficient for successful credentialing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong character, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Strong written communications skills
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
All applications must be submitted at: https://jobs.ufl.edu/
Complete applications must include the following files in PDF format: (1) cover letter (letter of interest); (2) a curriculum vitae; The cover letter should be addressed to: Dr. David Feller, Search Committee Chair.
After applying, please request three signed letters of recommendation from your professional colleagues. Letters of recommendation should be addressed to: Dr. David Feller, Search Committee Chair. The signed letters should be sent by email to CHFM HR at careers@chfm.ufl.edu
Inquiries and nominations can be sent to CHFM-HR at careers@chfm.ufl.edu
The final candidate must provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED: Yes
ADVERTISED:
20 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
04 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
JOB NO:
535044
WORK TYPE:
Multi-Track Faculty, Non-Tenure-Track Faculty, Tenure-Track Faculty
LOCATION:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES:
Medicine/Physicians
DEPARTMENT:
29160204 - MD-FAMILY MED CENTER AT MAIN
CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
CLIN AST/ASSOC/FULL PROF
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Make an Impact in Family Medicine and Obstetrics!
The University of Florida’s Department of Community Health and Family Medicine (CHFM) is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Family Medicine physician with Obstetrics training to join our core residency faculty at the UF Health - Family Medicine Main Street in beautiful Gainesville, FL. This is your chance to make a real difference by providing direct patient care to an underserved population, all while collaborating with an outstanding team of medical students, residents, staff, and nurses.
At CHFM, you’ll be immersed in a team-based environment that fosters growth, innovation, and mentorship. As faculty, you’ll be deeply involved in graduate medical education, with ample opportunities for curricular innovation, guiding students and residents, and contributing to scholarly activities.
What You’ll Do
Clinical Duties:
- Provide direct patient care to your continuity panel of patients at the Main Street Clinic.
- Precept residents in their continuity clinics and help guide them as they care for patients.
- Offer direct ambulatory maternity care and precept residents working with maternity patients.
- Collaborate with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology to provide hospital-based maternity care, including operative vaginal and cesarean section deliveries.
- Precept family medicine and obstetrics residents delivering hospital-based maternity care.
- Lead the maternity care and obstetric ultrasound track for family medicine residents.
- Participate in hospital call for laboring and maternity care patients.
- Supervise ARNP/PAs to deliver team-based care using innovative models (when applicable).
Educational Activities:
- Teach medical students and Family Medicine residents in both formal and informal settings during patient care, on the labor deck, and at educational conferences.
- Support and encourage scholarly activity and professional development to further advance faculty, department, and discipline.
- Advise, coach, and mentor residents in line with ACGME requirements.
- Participate in curriculum development and redesign, helping shape the future of family medicine education.
- Lead the maternity care curriculum in the residency program.
- Serve on the clinical competency and program evaluation committees.
- Access experienced mentors and departmental support for presenting, publishing, and fostering professional growth.
Why Join Us?
This is your opportunity to be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative team making a tangible impact on the lives of our patients and the next generation of physicians. With a supportive environment for teaching, mentoring, and professional growth, UF Health is the perfect place to build your career and make a lasting difference.
About the University of Florida:
Join America’s Number 1 public university, as ranked by the Wall Street Journal in 2024!
The University of Florida (UF) has been at the heart of Gainesville since 1906, with a vibrant community of 55,000 students. Home to 16 colleges, a leading academic health center, and a top-ranked online undergraduate program, UF offers endless opportunities for growth and collaboration. UF is also proud of its strong land-grant mission, featuring one of the country’s most comprehensive agriculture and natural resources programs.
On our stunning 2,000-acre campus, you’ll find a blend of historic red-brick charm, cutting-edge facilities, and preserved natural areas. This dynamic environment connects seamlessly to thriving innovation, commercial, and residential districts, making Gainesville a great place to live and work. Plus, with 21 NCAA Division I varsity teams, there’s no shortage of excitement. (Go Gators!)
As the only Florida member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, UF plays a leadership role in research and innovation. With a $5 billion annual budget and over 140 mission-driven units statewide, we’re shaping the future.
UF’s commitment to excellence is backed by strong state support, including substantial investments to expand our world-class faculty. Be part of a university that’s always evolving and driving change, with a focus on leadership in healthcare, education, and beyond.
Enjoy competitive, comprehensive benefits designed to support your personal and professional growth.
The University of Florida provides broad and comprehensive benefits programs. For more information on UF Benefits please click here.
About Gainesville, Florida:
Discover the perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle in Gainesville, Florida!
Home to the University of Florida, ranked among the nation’s top public universities, Gainesville is a dynamic city that offers access to cutting-edge medical research, a robust healthcare system, and a thriving academic community. With a low cost of living, no state income tax, and mild winters, Gainesville provides an exceptional quality of life for individuals and families.
Gainesville has it all. With over 30 miles of bike trails, nearby freshwater springs, and an abundance of water sports and outdoor activities, the city caters to nature lovers. Plus, you can cheer on the Gators in exciting Division I sports, immersing yourself in the community spirit. For golf enthusiasts, a beautiful 72-par championship golf course awaits.
For those who crave beach days, Gainesville offers easy access to both coasts, with pristine beaches just a short drive away. You can also enjoy nearby world-class theme parks and outdoor adventures, making Gainesville an ideal spot for families.
Gainesville combines the charm of a historic city with modern amenities, including a regional transit system, excellent schools, and a lively downtown area featuring vibrant local culture, farmers' markets, and a growing craft brewery scene. With all these opportunities, Gainesville provides the perfect environment to build your career while enjoying a balanced and active lifestyle. Join us in Gainesville, where innovation, community, and work-life balance come together!
The University of Florida is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability to apply for this position, please contact the ADA Office at (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). For more information, visit the UF ADA Compliance website. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
EXPECTED SALARY:
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Benefits:
- Low-Cost Health Insurance: UF participates in state and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners.
- Retirement Options: UF offers attractive retirement options to secure your future, through the Florida Retirement System.
- Leave: UF employees have access to a generous paid leave plan (approximately 22 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually, plus 4 additional days during the holidays!), a sick leave pool, paid maternity/paternity leave, paid medical leave, and leave payouts.
- Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to training programs, leadership development, LinkedIn Learning, and more!
- Tuition Assistance: through the UF Employee Education Program
- GatorPerks: discount significant savings for various businesses and retailers
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer: As a state organization, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Additional Benefits:
- Professional Liability: covered at no cost to members through Florida’s Self-Insurance Program
- Professional Development and Continuing Medical Education (CME) allotted each fiscal year
- Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Association (NICA) paid or reimbursed
- D.E.A. license fee exemption available
- Florida Medical License renewals paid for active faculty
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
An M.D. or D.O. degree (or equivalent), board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine, a current or eligible Florida medical license, and completion of a Family Medicine Obstetrics Fellowship with cesarean section experience sufficient for successful credentialing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong character, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Strong written communications skills
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
All applications must be submitted at: https://jobs.ufl.edu/
Complete applications must include the following files in PDF format: (1) cover letter (letter of interest); (2) a curriculum vitae; The cover letter should be addressed to: Dr. David Feller, Search Committee Chair.
After applying, please request three signed letters of recommendation from your professional colleagues. Letters of recommendation should be addressed to: Dr. David Feller, Search Committee Chair. The signed letters should be sent by email to CHFM HR at careers@chfm.ufl.edu
Inquiries and nominations can be sent to CHFM-HR at careers@chfm.ufl.edu
The final candidate must provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED: Yes
ADVERTISED:
20 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
04 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Verify your medical credentials transfer correctly
ECFMG certification is a hard requirement for international medical graduates applying at U.S. academic medical centers like UF Health. Confirm your primary source verification is complete before applications go in, since credentialing delays are the most common bottleneck.
Target UF Health departments with active recruitment
University of Florida's clinical and research Medicine openings are distributed across UF Health Shands, Jacksonville campuses, and affiliated institutes. Focusing on departments actively posting roles signals genuine hiring intent rather than pipeline building.
Understand how J-1 and H-1B fit physician timelines
Many academic physician roles at universities start on J-1 exchange visitor status, then transition to H-1B. If you're completing a residency or fellowship, confirm with UF's immigration team which status applies and whether a J-1 waiver will be needed.
Align your contract start date with H-1B filing windows
H-1B petitions for cap-subject physicians must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start. Work backward from your intended start date with UF's Office of Faculty Affairs to avoid a gap in work authorization after training ends.
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Does University of Florida sponsor H-1B visas for Medical Doctors?
Yes, University of Florida sponsors H-1B visas for Medical Doctor positions, particularly for clinical faculty and attending physician roles within UF Health. Academic medical institutions are cap-exempt employers, which means UF can file H-1B petitions with USCIS at any time of year rather than waiting for the annual April lottery window. This is a significant advantage for international physicians on tight authorization timelines.
How do I apply for Medical Doctor jobs at University of Florida?
Applications for Medical Doctor roles at University of Florida go through the UF Careers portal, but positions are also listed on UF Health's physician recruitment pages by department and specialty. Before applying, confirm your ECFMG certification and board eligibility documentation are current, since these are reviewed early in the credentialing process. Migrate Mate also lists University of Florida Medical Doctor openings filtered by visa sponsorship type, which can help you identify roles that match your authorization status.
Which visa types does University of Florida commonly use for Medical Doctor roles?
University of Florida sponsors several visa categories for Medical Doctors, including H-1B, J-1, E-3 for Australian citizens, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals, and EB-2 or EB-3 immigrant visa pathways for permanent residence. Physicians completing residencies or fellowships often begin on J-1 status and transition to H-1B or pursue a J-1 waiver through a state health program or federal agency before joining as attending faculty.
What qualifications does University of Florida expect for Medical Doctor positions?
University of Florida Medical Doctor positions typically require an MD or DO degree from an accredited institution, ECFMG certification for international medical graduates, active Florida medical licensure or eligibility to obtain it, and board certification in your specialty. Faculty clinical roles often also require a record of scholarly activity, teaching experience, or research output, since these positions sit within an academic rather than a purely community clinical environment.
How do I navigate the visa process timeline when joining UF as a physician?
The timeline depends on your current immigration status and visa type. H-1B transfers from another employer can be filed with USCIS at any time since UF is cap-exempt, and you can begin working once the petition is received. PERM-based Green Card sponsorship, if offered, adds a multi-year track running parallel to your employment. Coordinating your contract execution date with UF's immigration office at least three to four months before your intended start date avoids authorization gaps.
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