A pediatric anesthesiologist opportunity at HCA Florida Brandon Hospital — a 479-bed acute care facility in Brandon, FL — structured around a true 26-weeks-on / 26-weeks-off annual schedule. The practice blends pediatric and general anesthesia cases within a large, well-staffed Anesthesia Care Team model, and the compensation package includes a start-date bonus, relocation assistance, and a $50,000 annual stipend. For a pediatric subspecialist seeking significant time off, a collegial group, and a no-state-income-tax lifestyle minutes from Tampa, this posting warrants a close look.
Perks and Benefits
- $50,000 annual stipend in addition to base compensation
- Start-date bonus provided at time of hire
- Relocation bonus included in the offer package
- Annual retention bonus
- Annual CME allowance
- Professional liability insurance (details provided at offer stage)
- Full benefits package described as excellent — specifics disclosed during recruitment process
Practice Highlights
- 26-weeks-on / 26-weeks-off annual schedule — a genuine half-year off structure
- Case mix spans both pediatric and general anesthesia cases
- Call obligation limited to pediatric cases only
- Anesthesia Care Team (ACT) model: 14 physicians and 38 certified anesthetists
- HCA Florida Brandon Hospital is a 479-bed acute care facility with a broad specialty footprint
- Pediatric-specific infrastructure: 24/7 emergency department with dedicated pediatric ED, Level III NICU
- Additional service lines: Heart and Vascular Center, Bariatric Center, Women's Center, and The Baby Suites (labor, delivery, and postpartum)
- Professional, team-oriented group culture with a large, established physician and CRNA workforce
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Anesthesiology with subspecialty training in Pediatric Anesthesiology
- Completion of an accredited Pediatric Anesthesiology fellowship
- Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start date
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of pediatric anesthesia cases as well as general adult cases
About the Community
Brandon is a fast-growing suburb situated directly east of Tampa, offering affordable housing, highly rated Hillsborough County schools, and immediate access to Tampa's professional sports, dining, and entertainment scene — without the density of a major urban core. Florida's absence of a state income tax, combined with available homestead property tax exemptions, meaningfully extends take-home pay. Outdoor recreation is abundant year-round, with Lithia Springs Park, the Alafia River, and Gulf Coast beaches all within easy reach — a compelling backdrop for physicians who want to maximize the value of that 26 weeks off.