<p>A full-time Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) opportunity in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida is open within a collaborative anesthesia care team model at a high-acuity facility. The practice features a broad adult surgical case mix — cardiac, thoracic, vascular, orthopedics, spine, ENT, urology, plastics, gastroenterology, and special procedures — with no obstetric or pediatric cases. Compensation is highly competitive, anchored by a base salary up to $235,000, a $100,000 sign-on bonus, and a dedicated cardiac stipend for providers looking to grow in that subspecialty. This is a strong fit for a CAA seeking clinical depth, autonomy, and a premier South Florida lifestyle.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Base salary range of $215,000–$235,000 annually</li> <li>$100,000 sign-on bonus with a 3-year commitment</li> <li>$7,500 cardiac stipend for providers engaged in cardiac anesthesia</li> <li>Annual retention bonus plus opportunity to earn additional performance incentives</li> <li>7 weeks of paid time off annually</li> <li>Student loan repayment program options available for qualified candidates</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) retirement plan</li> <li>Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage</li> <li>Relocation assistance available</li> <li>Access to clinician wellness and referral programs</li> <li>CME support, educational resources, and professional development tools</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Full-time position embedded in a collaborative anesthesia care team model</li> <li>High level of clinical autonomy supported by a strong team infrastructure</li> <li>Diverse, high-acuity adult case mix spanning cardiac, thoracic, vascular, orthopedics, spine, minimal neurology, ENT, urology, plastics, gastroenterology, cardiology, and special procedures</li> <li>No obstetric cases and no pediatric cases — a focused adult surgical environment</li> <li>Cardiac mentorship program available for CAAs seeking to deepen subspecialty expertise in cardiac anesthesia</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>CAA certification required (Anesthesiologist Assistant-Certified, AA-C, awarded by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants)</li> <li>Active Florida state license required, or demonstrated ability to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Comfort managing high-acuity adult surgical cases across a broad range of subspecialties</li> <li>Interest in cardiac anesthesia is a plus; mentorship is available for providers looking to expand in this area</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Palm Beach Gardens sits just north of West Palm Beach along Florida's Atlantic coast, placing residents within easy reach of Miami's cultural and international amenities while maintaining a relaxed, upscale coastal character. The area is known for world-class golf, beaches, boating, year-round outdoor recreation, and a thriving dining and shopping scene — all under consistent South Florida sunshine. For clinicians weighing lifestyle alongside career, Palm Beach Gardens consistently ranks among the most desirable communities in the Southeast.</p>