This full-time CRNA opportunity places you inside a large, established Anesthesia Care Team at a 479-bed acute care hospital in Brandon, Florida — a thriving suburb of Tampa. The practice carries a genuinely diverse surgical case mix spanning cardiothoracic, spine, bariatrics, obstetrics, GI/pulmonary endoscopy, and neonatal care, supported by a team of 14 anesthesiologists and 38 anesthetists. A $75,000 start-date bonus, minimal call burden, and 7–9 weeks of PTO make this one of the stronger CRNA packages in the Tampa Bay market. New graduates are explicitly welcomed.
Perks and Benefits
- $75,000 start-date bonus with a three-year commitment
- Relocation bonus provided
- $15,000 annual retention bonus
- Shift differential pay for applicable shifts
- Overtime available at 1.5× rate for hours beyond 40 per week
- 7 to 9 weeks of paid time off annually
- Annual CME allowance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Earn While You Learn (EWYL) education stipend — monthly stipend paid for up to the final year of anesthesia school for qualifying students
Practice Highlights
- Anesthesia Care Team (ACT) model: 14 physician anesthesiologists and 38 CRNAs — a well-staffed, collaborative environment
- Diverse surgical case mix including cardiothoracic surgery, interventional procedures, spine surgery, bariatric surgery, obstetrics, GI endoscopy, and pulmonary endoscopy
- HCA Florida Brandon Hospital — 479-bed acute care facility serving Hillsborough County and the broader Tampa Bay region
- Center-of-Excellence designation for both spine and bariatric surgery
- Active cardiothoracic surgery and interventional program
- Round-the-clock emergency, obstetrical, and emergency surgical services; same-day surgery services also available
- Neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) on campus
- Flexible shift scheduling
- No weekday call; only 8–10 weekend call shifts per year
- New graduate CRNAs welcome — structured team environment supports onboarding at all experience levels
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia program; CRNA credential required (new graduates eligible)
- National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) certification or eligibility
- Active Florida APRN license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with a high-acuity, high-volume case mix including cardiothoracic, obstetric, spine, and bariatric procedures
About the Community
Brandon is a family-oriented suburban community situated just east of Tampa, offering affordable housing relative to much of Florida, top-rated schools within the Hillsborough County School District, and no state income tax. Residents enjoy easy access to Tampa's professional sports teams, cultural venues, dining, and waterfront amenities while living in a quieter, close-knit suburban setting with parks, nature trails, and year-round outdoor recreation. The Gulf Coast's beaches are a short drive away, and Tampa International Airport connects the region to the rest of the country with ease.