A Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) opportunity at Baptist Hospital of Miami, FL — a 680-bed, Magnet-certified tertiary care center with one of the most subspecialty-diverse anesthesia programs in South Florida. The care team model pairs 32 anesthesiologists with 58 allied health providers (CRNAs and CAAs), generating 40,000 cases annually across a 24-OR main hospital campus plus ambulatory surgery centers and offsite locations. A $75,000 start-date bonus, no-call scheduling, and day-one benefits make this one of the most competitive CAA postings in the region.
Perks and Benefits
- $75,000 start-date bonus (newly increased compensation package)
- Benefits eligible on day one of employment — no waiting period
- 100% employer-paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Robust orientation and onboarding program; new graduates are welcome and supported
- Florida state income tax advantage — no state income tax, maximizing take-home pay
Practice Highlights
- Care team model comprising 32 anesthesiologists and 58 allied health providers (CRNAs and CAAs) — one of the largest integrated anesthesia groups in the Miami market
- Annual case volume of 40,000 across the main hospital, affiliated ASCs, and multiple offsite locations
- 24 operating rooms on the main Baptist Hospital campus
- Broad subspecialty case mix: neuroanesthesia, vascular, general surgery, OB/GYN, orthopedics, interventional radiology, GI, cardiac, interventional cardiac, and pediatrics
- No call requirement — flexible shift scheduling with 8-hour, 10-hour, and 12-hour options available
- Structured onboarding program designed to integrate new graduates and experienced CAAs alike
- Baptist Cardiac & Vascular Institute on campus — internationally recognized for cardiovascular treatment and research, with Joint Commission, Society of Chest Pain Centers, and Accreditation for Cardiovascular Excellence designations
- Baptist Health Neuroscience Center on campus — advanced brain, spine, and nervous system treatment capabilities
- Full-service tertiary care hospital offering medical, surgical, and obstetrical services; Magnet-certified for nursing excellence
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant program (master's level)
- National certification by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA) or board eligibility
- Active Florida licensure or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with a high-volume, subspecialty-diverse case mix including cardiac, neuro, OB, and pediatric anesthesia
- New graduates encouraged to apply — structured onboarding and mentorship provided
About the Community
Miami offers year-round access to world-class beaches — South Beach, Miami Beach, and Key Biscayne — alongside an internationally diverse cultural scene anchored by neighborhoods like Little Havana and Little Haiti. Florida's no-state-income-tax environment meaningfully increases take-home compensation, and the city's outdoor lifestyle spans boating, fishing, golf, and Everglades exploration. For clinicians seeking a cosmopolitan, warm-weather base with a thriving healthcare economy and no shortage of dining, arts, and entertainment, Miami consistently ranks among the most livable major metros in the Southeast.