HCA Florida Healthcare/USF Morsani College of Medicine GME - Tampa North/Citrus Hospital Program

The HCA Florida Healthcare/USF Morsani College of Medicine Graduate Medical Education Transitional Year Program is designed to provide a comprehensive and diverse educational experience for medical graduates in Inverness, Florida. This one-year residency program is structured to offer exposure to multiple medical specialties, allowing residents to gain essential skills that will aid in their future specialty training.1

Program Structure

The Transitional Year Residency program spans 12 months and features a curriculum of thirteen four-week blocks that incorporate a wide range of medical disciplines, including inpatient medicine, outpatient medicine, surgery, and quality improvement.6

Rotations

The program includes various rotations that aim to develop foundational skills essential for any medical career. These rotations will typically feature exposure to:

• Inpatient Medicine
• Outpatient Medicine
• Surgery
• Quality Improvement
• Elective Subspecialty Rotations

Such a diverse curriculum is advantageous for residents who are in the early stages of medical practice, allowing them to consider and select a specialty that aligns with their interests and skills.6

Research and Scholarly Activities

The program emphasizes the importance of scholarly activity, with residents expected to engage in clinical research opportunities during their training. Access to resources available in the sponsoring Internal Medicine program enriches the residents' educational experience and provides avenues for research development.5

Assessment and Progress Tracking

The progress of residents through the program is closely monitored by the Clinical Competency Committee (CCC), according to the milestones established by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). This systematic approach ensures that the educational needs of the residents are continuously met and adjusted throughout their training.6

Salary and Benefits

The financial compensation for a first-year resident in this program is competitive, with a starting salary of $59,842. Additionally, residents are allotted $950 for on-call meals and may receive up to $1,000 for orientation if it occurs before the official employment date.6

Additional Benefits

HCA Florida provides a comprehensive list of benefits that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

These benefits support the well-being and professional development of residents and fellows during their training.6

Visa Sponsorship

In terms of visa sponsorship, the program offers J-1 visa sponsorship, with the stipulation that the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) is the sole sponsor of J-1 physicians in clinical training programs.6

Program Competitiveness

The Transitional Year Residency Program is designed to be competitive, supporting an inclusive environment and actively encouraging applications from international medical graduates (IMGs) and osteopathic graduates (DOs). It aims to recruit a diverse group of residents that reflect the community it serves.5

Application Requirements