Anesthesiology Associates of Tallahassee (AAOT) — a clinician-led group of 34 physicians and 99 APPs — is recruiting a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to join its expanding team across Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, HCA Florida Capital Hospital, and multiple ambulatory surgery centers. The practice delivers a genuinely broad case mix, operates within one of Florida's most technologically advanced surgical environments, and backs new graduates with a structured "Earn While You Learn" stipend program. The combination of a $100K start-date bonus, 10 weeks of paid time off, and flexible call rotation places this opportunity at the top tier of CAA compensation in the state.
Perks and Benefits
- $100,000 start-date bonus
- Industry-leading total compensation package — top-tier for CAAs in Florida
- 10 weeks of paid time off annually
- Relocation bonus provided
- Florida licensure assistance included
- "Earn While You Learn" early-commitment program: $3,500/month in stipends for new graduates prior to start date
- CME allowance included
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Full health, dental, and vision benefits package
Practice Highlights
- Anesthesia care team of 34 physicians and 99 APPs — a large, collegial, and well-resourced group
- Broad case mix spanning General Surgery, Trauma, Orthopedics, Cardiac, Endoscopy, Pediatrics, and Neurology
- Primary facility — Tallahassee Memorial Hospital (TMH): 772-bed acute care flagship, ranked 12th best hospital in Florida by U.S. News & World Report (2023–2024)
- TMH performs over 20,000 surgeries annually — the region's most experienced surgical provider
- Surgical services centralized in the M.T. Mustian Center: 28 operating rooms, 4 hybrid interventional suites, and 72 adult ICU beds
- TMH holds designation as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery; advanced platforms include da Vinci, Mako robotic-arm, ROSA (neurosurgery), and MONARCH robotic bronchoscopy
- TMH is home to the region's only Level II Trauma Center and is an Accredited Chest Pain Center
- Surgical subspecialties covered include general surgery, bariatrics, cardiothoracic, gynecology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, urology, vascular, and oncology
- Additional coverage sites: HCA Florida Capital Hospital and multiple community ASCs
- Flexible scheduling and balanced call rotation designed to support work-life harmony
- New graduates actively welcomed and supported through structured onboarding
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant program required
- National certification (NCCAA) required or eligibility to obtain
- Active Florida CAA license or eligibility to obtain (licensure assistance provided)
- New graduates encouraged to apply; no minimum years of experience required
- Comfort with a high-acuity, high-volume surgical environment across multiple subspecialties
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. Home to Florida State University and Florida A&M University, the city offers Division I athletics, a thriving performing arts scene, local festivals, and a lower cost of living than Miami, Orlando, or Tampa. Top-rated public and private schools, miles of biking and hiking trails, scenic state parks, and nearby freshwater springs round out the outdoor lifestyle. The Gulf of Mexico and its pristine beaches are just one hour away, making weekend coastal escapes genuinely convenient.