Anesthesiology Associates of Tallahassee (AAOT) is recruiting a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join a clinician-led anesthesia care team delivering comprehensive anesthesia services across two major hospital systems and multiple ambulatory surgery centers in Tallahassee, Florida. This is a high-volume, broad-acuity practice with a $100,000 start-date bonus, 10 weeks of paid time off, and a team of 133 clinicians behind you from day one. New graduates are actively welcomed through a structured "Earn While You Learn" stipend program, making this an equally strong opportunity for experienced CRNAs and new grads alike.
Perks and Benefits
- $100,000 start-date bonus
- Top-tier base compensation — positioned as the highest CRNA pay package in Florida
- "Earn While You Learn" early-commitment stipend: $3,500 per month for new graduates prior to start date
- 10 weeks of paid time off annually
- Relocation bonus provided
- Florida licensure assistance included
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- CME allowance included
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Health, dental, and vision benefits (comprehensive package)
Practice Highlights
- Anesthesia care team of 34 physicians and 99 APPs — one of the largest and most established groups in the region
- Broad case mix spanning General Surgery, Trauma, Orthopedics, Cardiac, Endoscopy, Pediatrics, and Neurology
- Coverage across Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, HCA Florida Capital Hospital (288-bed acute-care facility), and multiple community ambulatory surgery centers
- HCA Florida Capital Hospital features advanced surgical services, orthopedic and spine procedures, a Heart & Vascular Center, Chest Pain Center with PCI-Resuscitation capability, Cancer Center, Behavioral Health Center, and a NICU
- 24/7 emergency care at HCA Florida Capital Hospital, serving the broader Big Bend regional catchment
- HCA Florida Capital Hospital staffed by over 1,400 employees and more than 500 providers
- Flexible scheduling with a balanced call rotation designed to support work-life harmony
- Clinician-led group with a strong regional reputation for clinical excellence and professional culture
- New graduates actively welcomed; structured onboarding and mentorship environment
Qualifications
- Current CRNA certification (NBCRNA) required or imminent new graduate eligible
- Completion of an accredited nurse anesthesia program (CRNA training pathway)
- Active Florida APRN license or eligibility to obtain — licensure assistance provided
- Comfort with high-acuity, diverse case mix including cardiac, trauma, pediatric, and neurological anesthesia
- New graduates encouraged to apply and eligible for the early-commitment stipend program
About the Community
Tallahassee is Florida's capital city — a mid-sized, university-anchored community that delivers a quality of life rarely found in larger Florida metros at a meaningfully lower cost of living. Home to Florida State University and Florida A&M University, the city offers Division I athletics, a vibrant performing arts scene, local festivals, and top-rated public and private schools, making it an outstanding choice for families and individuals alike. Outdoor recreation is abundant, with extensive biking and hiking trails, scenic state parks, and freshwater springs nearby, and the Gulf of Mexico's beaches are just one hour away. Tallahassee's warm climate, strong community identity, and Southern character make it one of Florida's most livable cities for clinicians seeking balance between professional opportunity and personal lifestyle.