AdventHealth Waterman and AdventHealth Medical Group (AHMG) are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neurosurgeon to join AdventHealth Waterman in Tavares, Florida. This opportunity offers full-scope Neurosurgery within a supportive, integrated health system, with access to strong clinical infrastructure, multidisciplinary support, and cross-coverage from other local AdventHealth surgeons. Practice Highlights Full-scope Neurosurgery Mix of craniotomy, spinal cases, and minimally invasive surgery Open surgery, microsurgery, and peripheral nerve New microscope on site Stryker Navigation Not a trauma center No trauma call Cross-coverage support from other local AdventHealth surgeons APP support in both inpatient and outpatient settings Outpatient and inpatient Neurology presence on site Primary practice location at AdventHealth Waterman, a 300-bed campus Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation Productivity bonus Signing bonus Relocation assistance No state income tax Paid parental leave Occurrence-based malpractice coverage Paid leave days CME days and CME allowance 403(b) retirement plan Health insurance for physician and family Practice Environment This is an employed opportunity with AdventHealth Medical Group. The aligned practice model and practice management support allow physicians to focus on the clinical aspects of medicine while benefiting from the infrastructure and resources of an integrated health system. Hospital & Clinical Support AdventHealth Waterman provides the clinical infrastructure to support Neurosurgery, including: 24/7 ICU coverage Inpatient and outpatient Neurology Imaging, laboratory, and surgical services State-of-the-art facility and equipment Critical care transport team AdventHealth flight team Telemedicine for stroke Specialty physician offices and multidisciplinary support AdventHealth Waterman is located in Tavares, Florida, approximately 35 miles northwest of Orlando in scenic Lake County. The area offers a relaxed Central Florida lifestyle surrounded by approximately 1,400 lakes, with abundant opportunities for fishing, boating, and water recreation. Residents also enjoy convenient access to Orlando-area attractions, East Coast beaches, Gulf Coast beaches, and Orlando International Airport.
Nearby communities include:
Tavares
- A waterfront community in the heart of Lake County with access to lakes, outdoor recreation, and a relaxed Central Florida lifestyle Mount Dora
- A charming lakeside community known for its historic downtown, locally owned shops and restaurants, arts, festivals, and small-town character Lake Mary
- A well-established community offering residential options and convenient access to Central Florida amenities Winter Garden
- A growing community with access to dining, shopping, recreation, and the greater Orlando area With year-round warm weather and easy access to both coastal destinations and Orlando, the region offers a strong combination of lifestyle, recreation, and professional opportunity.
Join AdventHealth Medical Group and practice full-scope Neurosurgery with strong clinical support in Central Florida. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery through the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS)
Hospital Description:
AdventHealth Waterman is a 300-bed, full-service community hospital located in the heart of Lake County. Founded in 1938 by Frank Waterman, president of the Waterman Fountain Pen Company, the hospital has grown from an 18-bed facility to a leading provider of acute and home health services in Central Florida. The hospital joined the Adventist Health System in 1992 and moved to its current location in 2003. With more than 1,900 employees and over 300 physicians and advanced practice providers on its medical staff, the hospital treats more than 14,000 inpatients a year and treats over 65,000 patients in its Emergency Department annually.