Florida Orthopaedic Institute — one of Florida's largest and most comprehensive orthopaedic groups — is recruiting a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to join its high-volume, fellowship-driven surgical program in Temple Terrace, FL. The practice spans 40-plus physicians, 25 mid-level providers, 15 fellows, and more than 700 professional staff operating across 9 offices, 19 regional hospitals, two ambulatory surgery centers, and two orthopaedic urgent care centers. Every surgeon is fellowship trained across virtually every orthopaedic subspecialty, making this one of the most subspecialty-rich anesthesia environments in the Tampa Bay region. For a CAA seeking consistent orthopaedic volume, collegial team depth, and a stable employed platform, this is a standout opportunity.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan plus Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (SERP)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Generous clinician referral bonus program
- CME access through a dedicated institute, including professional development tools and educational resources
Practice Highlights
- Orthopaedic-focused anesthesia practice embedded within one of Florida's largest musculoskeletal groups, founded in 1989
- Surgical volume supported by 40-plus fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeons covering virtually every orthopaedic subspecialty
- Case mix spans the full spectrum of musculoskeletal surgery — joint replacement, spine, sports medicine, trauma, hand, foot and ankle, and more
- Two dedicated ambulatory surgery centers plus 19 regional hospital operating rooms across the Tampa Bay footprint
- Team of 25 mid-level providers and 15 active orthopaedic fellows supporting a high-acuity, high-throughput surgical environment
- Two orthopaedic urgent care centers within the system, contributing to a robust referral and surgical pipeline
- Nine clinic offices across the region providing a broad regional catchment and consistent case volume
- Continuing research mission integrated into the practice, with fellowship training activity creating an academically engaged surgical team
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant program and current NCCAA certification (or eligibility)
- Active Florida licensure as a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort with high-volume orthopaedic surgical anesthesia across a range of subspecialties and acuity levels
- Experience or strong training background in regional anesthesia techniques consistent with orthopaedic practice demands
About the Community
Temple Terrace is a residential city immediately northeast of downtown Tampa, offering easy access to the full amenity base of a major metropolitan area — professional sports, world-class dining, arts, and the Gulf Coast beaches — while maintaining a quieter, community-oriented character. The Tampa Bay region consistently ranks among Florida's most livable metros, with no state income tax, a strong job market, highly rated schools, and year-round warm weather that draws outdoor enthusiasts to water sports, golf, and nature preserves. For clinicians relocating from colder climates or seeking an upgrade in lifestyle, the Tampa area delivers urban convenience without urban density.