A Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) opportunity at a high-volume orthopedic ambulatory surgery center in Wesley Chapel, Florida — part of the rapidly growing North Tampa Bay corridor. New Tampa Surgery Center is a focused orthopedic and pain management facility running approximately 200 cases per month across two ORs and one procedure room, with an Anesthesia Care Team model and a schedule that is strictly Monday through Friday, no call, no weekends, no holidays. The $75,000 start-date bonus makes this one of the most competitive CAA openings in the region.
Perks and Benefits
- $75,000 start-date bonus paid at commencement of employment
- Comprehensive benefits package effective day one — no waiting period, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
- 100% employer-paid professional liability (malpractice) insurance with tail coverage included
- CME allowance provided
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Parental leave and life insurance
Practice Highlights
- Ambulatory surgery center with 2 operating rooms and 1 procedure room — a focused, efficient environment with no inpatient complexity
- Approximately 200 cases per month across a heavy orthopedic and pain management case mix
- Case spectrum ranges from carpal tunnel release and pain procedures through total joint replacements and spine cases — broad orthopedic exposure in a single setting
- Anesthesia Care Team (ACT) model: 1 supervising physician and 2 APPs per team
- Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts only — zero call, zero weekend, zero holiday obligation
- Specialties served: Orthopedics, Spine, and Pain Management
- State-of-the-art equipment and highly trained surgical staff throughout the facility
- Stable, well-respected leadership team with a track record of supporting work-life balance
Qualifications
- Certification as an Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) through the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA)
- Active Florida licensure or eligibility to obtain prior to start date
- Comfort with high-volume orthopedic and pain management anesthesia, including total joint arthroplasty and spine cases
- Experience functioning within an Anesthesia Care Team (ACT) model alongside a supervising anesthesiologist
About the Community
Wesley Chapel is one of the fastest-growing communities in the Tampa Bay area, offering an affordable cost of living, no Florida state income tax, and top-rated public and private schools — a combination that draws families and professionals alike. The location provides easy access to major highways, Tampa International Airport, Gulf Coast beaches, and the full dining and entertainment offerings of the greater Tampa metro. Outdoor enthusiasts will find nature trails, parks, and lakes for hiking, biking, and fishing right in the community, while the broader Tampa Bay region adds professional sports, arts, and cultural amenities within a short drive.