A large, high-acuity anesthesia care team at HCA Florida West Hospital in Pensacola, Florida is adding a Certified Anesthesiology Assistant (CAA) to its established group. This 560-bed acute-care hospital delivers a genuinely broad surgical case mix — from cardiac and thoracic to OB, ortho, and healthy peds — across 12 main ORs, two cath labs, two endoscopy suites, and two OB suites. The position offers up to 10 weeks of paid time off, a newly increased compensation package with annual bonus, and a flexible shift menu that accommodates a wide range of scheduling preferences.
Perks and Benefits
- Newly increased base compensation plus annual performance bonus structure
- Up to 10 weeks paid time off annually
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- CME stipend included in benefits package
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Relocation assistance available
- Licensure assistance provided
- Health, dental, and vision benefits through a clinician-led organization with professional growth and development training
Practice Highlights
- Anesthesia care team of 39 clinicians: 9 attending anesthesiologists and 30 APPs — a well-staffed, collegial environment with strong physician backup
- Broad surgical case mix: General, Orthopedics, Cardiac, Thoracic, OB/GYN, Urology, ENT, and Healthy Pediatrics
- Facility footprint: 12 main ORs, 2 cardiac catheterization labs, 2 endoscopy suites, 2 OB suites, and a dedicated procedures room
- Flexible shift structure: 8-, 10-, and 12-hour shifts available; night shifts and 3 pm–11 pm shifts offered to accommodate varied scheduling needs
- 560-bed general and surgical acute-care hospital with major service lines in cardiology/cardiovascular surgery, oncology, neurology/neurosurgery, orthopedics, emergency care, behavioral health, obstetrics, and rehabilitative medicine
- Designated Advanced Primary Stroke Center and area's first Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI
- Area's first Breast Imaging Center of Excellence and the region's only Certified Atrial Fibrillation Program
- Named a "Key Performer on Quality Measures" by The Joint Commission for four consecutive years
- Campus includes an all-private-room acute care hospital, the area's only CARF-accredited comprehensive physical rehabilitation hospital, a mental health facility, and a cancer center
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited Certified Anesthesiology Assistant program; NCCAA certification required or eligibility to obtain
- Active Florida CAA licensure or eligibility to obtain (licensure assistance provided)
- Experience across a broad surgical case mix preferred, including cardiac, thoracic, and OB anesthesia
- Comfort functioning within a physician-supervised anesthesia care team model
About the Community
Pensacola sits on Florida's Gulf Coast, offering white-sand beaches, emerald waters, and year-round outdoor recreation — fishing, boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, hiking, and access to Gulf Islands National Seashore. Florida's no state income tax environment meaningfully extends take-home pay, and the city's cost of living remains well below that of larger Florida metros. Pensacola supports a strong cultural scene through the Saenger Theatre, Pensacola Museum of Art, and the National Naval Aviation Museum, while the University of West Florida anchors a solid educational infrastructure for families with school-age children.