A well-established, 30-year anesthesia practice covering three AdventHealth campuses in the greater Tampa Bay area is recruiting full-time, part-time, and PRN Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) based primarily at AdventHealth Wesley Chapel in Wesley Chapel, FL. The group operates under an Anesthesia Care Team (ACT) model with 35 physicians and 94 APPs across the system, delivering a broad case mix — general, regional, cardiac, and obstetrical — with flexible shift structures and a $75,000 start-date bonus for candidates committing to three years.
Perks and Benefits
- $75,000 start-date bonus with a three-year commitment; newly increased base compensation
- Full-time, part-time, and PRN engagement options available
- 100% employer-paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
- CME allowance provided
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and parental leave
- Overtime opportunities available for those who want additional shifts
- Florida has no state income tax — a meaningful take-home pay advantage
Practice Highlights
- ACT model: 35 anesthesiologist physicians and 94 APPs distributed across three hospital campuses
- Three-facility coverage: AdventHealth Tampa (600 beds), AdventHealth Wesley Chapel (350 beds), and AdventHealth Carrollwood (200 beds)
- Broad case mix including general, regional, cardiac, and obstetrical anesthesia — everything except trauma and transplants
- Flexible shift lengths: 8-, 10-, 12-, 13-, 14-, 16-, and 24-hour shifts available
- Scheduling options include day, night, and weekend configurations to fit individual preferences
- Minimal beeper call from home with a 30-minute callback requirement
- AdventHealth Wesley Chapel opened in 2012 as a purpose-built modern campus featuring an advanced emergency department, wound care center, and Mother and Baby services
- Ranked in the top 5% of hospitals nationally by Healthgrades; named best place to work in the region by the Tampa Bay Times
- Active 2025 expansion at Wesley Chapel adding 72 inpatient beds, two new ORs, two endoscopy suites, a hybrid OR, pre- and post-op beds, and advanced imaging capabilities — significantly increasing surgical volume and subspecialty scope
- Practice has been continuously operating for over 30 years, offering a stable, collegial team environment
Qualifications
- Certification as a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) required
- Graduate of an accredited CAA training program
- Active Florida licensure or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with a broad anesthesia case mix including general, regional, cardiac, and OB cases
- Ability to function effectively within an Anesthesia Care Team model alongside supervising anesthesiologists
About the Community
Wesley Chapel is one of the fastest-growing communities in the United States, situated in Pasco County just north of Tampa with easy access to international airports, professional sports (Buccaneers, Lightning, Rays), fine dining, arts, and world-class entertainment including Busch Gardens. The area offers top-rated schools, safe family-friendly neighborhoods, and Florida's Nature Coast — with hiking trails, parks, and Gulf beaches within easy reach. Florida's zero state income tax further strengthens the overall compensation picture for clinicians relocating to the region.