Florida: Merritt Island: Primary Physician at Merritt Island Surgery Center
July 17, 2026Position Summary
Guide Anesthesia is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Anesthesiologist to join our Supplemental Team at The Orthopaedic Institute – Orthopaedic Surgery Center (OSCG) in Gainesville, Florida. This opportunity is designed for physicians seeking a flexible supplemental schedule while becoming part of a collaborative, long-term outpatient practice.
This is a practice opportunity, not a temporary locums assignment. Physicians provide vacation coverage while working alongside an experienced team of surgeons, CRNAs, and clinical staff in a premier orthopedic ambulatory surgery center. The practice offers predictable scheduling, an efficient outpatient workflow, and a high-volume orthopedic case mix.
This position is ideal for anesthesiologists looking for schedule flexibility, excellent compensation, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships within a well-established ASC.
Locations
The Orthopaedic Institute – Orthopaedic Surgery Center (OSCG)
Gainesville, Florida
Compensation Summary
1099 Independent Contractor
Supplemental Team
- $325/hour
- 8-hour daily guarantee
- Minimum Daily Compensation: $2,600
- Minimum commitment of four days per month
Scheduling
- Vacation coverage
- Minimum of four days per month
- Standard ASC business hours
- 8-hour daily guarantee
- Predictable outpatient schedule
- No long-term call commitment
- No weekends
- No holidays
Responsibilities
- Provide anesthesia services for orthopedic outpatient surgical procedures
- Perform comprehensive pre-anesthesia evaluations and develop individualized anesthesia plans
- Collaborate with CRNAs, surgeons, nursing staff, and perioperative teams
- Monitor patients throughout the perioperative period
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Deliver safe, efficient, patient-centered anesthesia care
Qualifications
- MD or DO
- Completion of an accredited Anesthesiology residency program
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
- Eligible for Florida medical licensure
- Orthopedic and ambulatory surgery center experience preferred
- Strong communication and collaborative practice skills
Practice Highlights
- Orthopedic-focused ambulatory surgery center
- Total joint replacement
- Sports medicine
- Full spectrum of orthopedic procedures
- Collaborative MD-CRNA practice model
- Modern outpatient surgical environment
- Opportunity to become part of a long-term clinical team
About the Facility
The Orthopaedic Institute – Orthopaedic Surgery Center is a premier orthopedic ambulatory surgery center specializing in total joint replacement, sports medicine, and the full spectrum of orthopedic procedures. Providers work alongside an experienced surgical team in an efficient, patient-centered environment dedicated to exceptional outcomes.
Group Background
Guide Anesthesia is a distinguished anesthesiology group based in Arizona, built on the pillars of exceptional service, empowered autonomy, and collaborative teamwork. Committed to outstanding patient care and support for surgeons, Guide fosters a culture of innovation and self-governance among its team, including CRNAs and MDs. This clinician owned and run organization emphasizes the importance of every member's contribution, ensuring a united effort in delivering exemplary anesthesiology services.
How to Apply
To apply for this exciting opportunity, click the "Apply Today" button above, OR submit your resume and cover letter to our Careers team at Careers@guideanesthesia.com. *Note - in the subject line, please include "The Orthopaedic Institute – Orthopaedic Surgery Center Application."
Guide Anesthesia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.