A well-established anesthesia team at HCA Florida Aventura Hospital — a 407-bed Level II trauma center in North Miami — is recruiting Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) to join a high-volume, subspecialty-rich surgical program. The group handles approximately 11,000 cases annually across a broad case mix with full APP scope of practice, flexible shift options, and a generous PTO structure that sets this opportunity apart from typical hospital-employed positions.
Perks and Benefits
- Productivity-based upside available — additional earning potential for those who want to work more
- PTO of 8 to 9 weeks annually
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Professional liability (malpractice) insurance provided
Practice Highlights
- Approximately 11,000 annual surgical cases across 11 operating rooms, 3 endoscopy suites, and 3 cardiac catheterization labs
- Broad case mix: neurosurgery, orthopedics, ENT, urology, GI, cardiovascular, and extensive general surgery — no pediatrics, no OB
- Full APP scope: CAAs place lines, manage medications, and perform regional nerve blocks
- Team of 13 attending anesthesiologists and 14 APPs — a collaborative, well-staffed care team model
- Flexible shift structure: 8-hour, 10-hour, or 12-hour shifts available
- Call requirement: 1-in-5 weekends
- 407-bed acute care facility with a 28-bed Emergency Department, two ICUs, and a Surgical Services Suite featuring 10 oversized operating rooms (part of a $130 million expansion and renovation)
- Designated Level II trauma center serving Miami-Dade and Broward counties
- Major regional referral center for complex neurosurgical, orthopedic, cardiac surgical, endovascular neurosurgical, and vascular cases
- North Patient Tower features 243 private rooms with the latest patient care technology
- Fully accredited facility offering inpatient and outpatient diagnostic, medical, surgical, and oncology services
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant program; CAA certification required or eligibility to obtain
- Active Florida licensure or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort with a high-volume, multi-subspecialty surgical environment including cardiovascular and neurosurgical cases
- Proficiency with or willingness to perform line placement, medication management, and regional nerve blocks
About the Community
Aventura sits at the northern edge of Miami-Dade County, minutes from both Miami and Fort Lauderdale, offering the full lifestyle advantages of South Florida without the density of downtown Miami. Florida's no-state-income-tax environment meaningfully increases take-home pay, and the region delivers year-round access to world-class beaches, boating, golf, and the Everglades alongside a culturally diverse dining and entertainment scene. Neighborhoods range from walkable urban corridors to quieter suburban communities with strong schools, making the area a practical long-term home for clinicians at any career stage.