<p>HCA Florida JFK Hospital in Atlantis, Florida — situated in Palm Beach County — is recruiting a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to join a well-established, 47-clinician anesthesia department at a 460-bed acute care regional referral center. The practice spans a broad surgical subspecialty mix including general surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, electrophysiology, endoscopy, and optional cardiac, generating approximately 18,000 cases annually. A $100,000 sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and an "earn as you learn" program for students still in training make this one of the most competitive CAA opportunities in South Florida.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>$100,000 sign-on bonus</li> <li>Relocation assistance provided</li> <li>"Earn as you learn" program available to CAA students still completing training</li> <li>Recently increased base compensation package — competitive salary</li> <li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>401(k) with employer contribution</li> <li>Generous paid time off with scheduling designed to support work-life balance</li> <li>Supportive leadership with structured opportunities for professional development</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Approximately 18,000 surgical cases per year across a high-acuity, multi-specialty OR environment</li> <li>Subspecialty case mix includes general surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, electrophysiology (EP), endoscopy, and cardiac (optional participation)</li> <li>State-of-the-art dedicated OR suites: EP lab, cardiac catheterization lab, orthopedic rooms, cardiac rooms, and neurosurgery rooms</li> <li>No OB, pediatrics, or trauma — focused adult surgical practice with a defined, manageable scope</li> <li>Practice at the top of your CAA skill set in a high-volume, subspecialty-rich environment</li> <li>Large, collaborative team of 18 anesthesiologists and 29 APPs (47 clinicians total)</li> <li>New graduates actively encouraged to apply — structured onboarding and mentorship culture</li> <li>460-bed acute care medical/surgical facility with service lines in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedics, and bariatrics</li> <li>Over 500 physicians and 2,200 healthcare professionals on staff</li> <li>Joint Commission–certified Primary Stroke Center; Consumer Choice Award recipient for Most Preferred Hospital for Overall Quality and Image in the West Palm Beach market</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Graduation from or current enrollment in an accredited Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant program</li> <li>National certification (NCCAA) or eligibility to sit for certification</li> <li>Active Florida CAA licensure or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>New graduates welcome; no minimum years of experience required</li> <li>Comfort with a broad adult surgical case mix across multiple subspecialties</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Atlantis is a small, upscale gated community within Palm Beach County, offering a notably private and secure residential environment surrounded by lush landscaping, pristine lakes, and two golf courses — the Atlantis Country Club and Lost City Golf Club. Florida's absence of a state income tax provides a meaningful financial advantage, and the location places residents minutes from the dining, cultural attractions, and waterfront amenities of West Palm Beach. For clinicians seeking a high quality of life in a warm-weather, low-density community with easy access to a major metro area, Atlantis is a compelling place to put down roots.</p>