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Anesthesia Assistant Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Orlando Health Anesthesiology

Orlando, FL · On-site

$373K/yr

Initiates a plan of anesthesia care (general, regional, monitored anesthesia care) under the ... Graduate of accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) Program or meets all educational ...

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How much do anesthesia assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for anesthesia assistant in Florida is $265,465.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $242,900.00 and $298,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an anesthesia assistant?

Anesthesia Assistants are highly trained healthcare professionals who work under the direction of anesthesiologists to deliver anesthesia care before, during, and after surgical procedures. Their responsibilities include preparing patients for anesthesia, monitoring vital signs, assisting with anesthesia administration, and ensuring patient safety throughout the process. Anesthesia Assistants play a critical role in surgical teams by supporting anesthesiologists and helping maintain optimal patient outcomes.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an anesthesia assistant?

To thrive as an Anesthesia Assistant, you need a thorough understanding of anesthesia practices, human physiology, and pharmacology, typically gained through a specialized degree or certification in anesthesia assistance. Familiarity with anesthesia delivery systems, patient monitoring technology, and electronic health records is essential. Excellent teamwork, attention to detail, and communication skills are crucial for supporting anesthesiologists and ensuring patient safety. These competencies are vital for minimizing risks during procedures and providing high-quality perioperative care.

What challenges might an anesthesia assistant face in a fast-paced surgical environment?

Anesthesia Assistants often work in high-pressure settings where quick thinking and adaptability are essential. They may encounter challenges such as managing multiple cases with varying complexity, responding to rapidly changing patient conditions, and collaborating with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nursing staff to ensure patient safety. Staying current with evolving technologies and protocols is also important. Effective communication and the ability to remain calm under pressure are key to overcoming these challenges.

How do you become an anesthesia assistant?

To become an anesthesia assistant, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in health sciences or a related field, followed by specialized training or certification in anesthesia assistance. Some regions require certification from a recognized body, and strong knowledge of medical terminology, patient care, and anesthesia procedures is essential. Gaining clinical experience through internships or on-the-job training is also important for qualification.

Is being an anesthesia assistant worth it?

Anesthesia assistants play a vital role in supporting anesthesiologists by preparing equipment, monitoring patients, and ensuring safety during procedures. The position offers competitive salaries, opportunities for specialization, and a stable career in healthcare, often requiring certification and clinical experience. Overall, it can be a rewarding career for those interested in medical support roles with a focus on patient care and safety.

What are the most commonly searched types of Anesthesia jobs in Florida?

The most popular types of Anesthesia jobs in Florida are:

What cities in Florida are hiring for Anesthesia Assistant jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Anesthesia Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Anesthesia Assistant job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 83% In-person, and 17% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $265,465 per year, or $127.6 per hour.

Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)

US Anesthesia Partners, Inc.

Fernandina Beach, FL • On-site

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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U.S. Anesthesia Partners rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
US Anesthesia Partners North Florida is offering a full time position. We are a premier anesthesia group in Jacksonville, Florida, providing adult anesthesia services to Baptist Hospital Medical Center Jacksonville, Baptist Hospital Medical Center South, Baptist Hospital Medical Center Beaches, and The Jacksonville Orthopedic Institute. The Baptist Hospital Medical System is an award-winning hospital system with distinctions such as Joint Commission Top Performer, Women's Choice Award for Best Orthopedics Hospital, and Top 30 Nurse Friendly Institutions. Newly partnered with The MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Hospital Medical Center is the leader in cancer care for the region. Baptist Hospital Medical Center's reputation for excellence in patient care and strong presence in the region has resulted in rapid expansion and our need for talented anesthetists to join our dynamic team.
Job Highlights
Jacksonville, Florida has abundant choices for day and weekend trips with 22 miles of beaches, more than 400 city parks, world-class fishing, historic neighborhoods, electric museums, creative coastal cuisine and so much more! Additionally, the PGA Tour is headquartered in the suburb of Ponte Vedra Beach, where it hosts The Players Championship every year. Want to move to a warmer climate while also being driving distance to colder weather? Look no further. Drive 2 hours north for Winter Wonderland or 2 hours south for Summer in the Winter. The best of both worlds is just a hop, skip and a jump away! The Jacksonville metropolitan area is also the fourth largest in the State of Florida and overall job growth in Jacksonville in the past year has been more than four times national job growth.
Facility Highlights
Our talented team of Anesthetists enjoy a wide scope of practice and provide anesthesia for all types of cases except pediatrics. The unique opportunity to provide obstetric and cardiothoracic anesthesia is offered to those interested. In addition to general, orthopedic, and gynecologic surgeries, neurosurgical anesthesia includes spine surgery, stroke interventions, aneurysm coiling, craniotomies, and open neurovascular. Supervision ratios are typically 1:3 or 1:4. Proficiency with regional blockade is not a requirement, however, Anesthetists will perform spinals and arterial lines. Weekend and weekday call is required but is infrequent and taken at home by beeper. US Anesthesia Partners is currently hiring qualified Anesthetists for a variety of shifts including but not limited to 13s, 12/8s, 10s, 24/8s.
Baptist Hospital Medical Center Jacksonville is the leading hospital in the region with an award-winning interventional stroke program, robust neurosurgical program, and multiple surgical specialties. The Heart Center performs 500+ open heart procedures annually and has recently implemented a structural heart program with services such as TAVR and mitral clipping. In addition, the main OR at this location expereinces a heavy volume of all the surgical specialties and utilizes two new Da Vinci surgical robots for general, gynecological, and urological procedures. A recent partnership with The MD Anderson Cancer Center serves the communities' growing need for comprehensive cancer treatment including surgical cancer intervention. Altogether approximately 18,000 surgical procedures were performed in the 35 operating suites in 2018 at this location.
Baptist Hospital Medical Center South is poised for growth as the site adds an additional 4 operating suites to the existing 8 suite operating room complex with expectations for continued increase in volume due to rapid population growth in the area south of downtown Jacksonville. This high volume lower acuity full service OR provides the community with all surgical specialties, apart from cardiothoracic, totaling over 8,000 surgical procedures in 2018.
Baptist Hospital Medical Center Beaches is a newly renovated 6 suite operating room complex providing the Jacksonville Beach community with an array of surgical services. This high volume low acuity full service OR performed over 7,000 surgical procedures in 2018.
The Jacksonville Orthopedic Institute is an outpatient surgery center that provides a complete range of orthopedic care and is comprised of 4 operating suites and is the home of the Jacksonville Jaguars Orthopedic team. This location primarily performs hand, wrist, shoulder, and knee outpatient procedures with a heavy emphasis on regional anesthesia.
North Florida Benefits Highlights:
  • Newly structured and competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive benefits package including dental, vision, FSA, and HSA
  • 401k matching savings and profit-sharing program
  • Employer paid short term disability and life insurance
  • 7 weeks of paid time off to start
  • $2500 CME allowance with an inhouse CME/ACLS recertification programs
  • Student Stipends
  • $40k, $50k, or $90k sign-on bonus!

Qualifications
Qualifications
  • All USAP Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant must meet state licensure requirements.
  • CAAs must complete and meet hospital credentialing requirements for the hospitals they will have privileges.

Company Information
US Anesthesia Partners (USAP) is a single-specialty, physician-owned organization dedicated to providing high-quality anesthesia services. As a national practice operating in nine states, USAP anesthesiologists and care teams work in more than 1,000 inpatient and outpatient facilities to provide anesthesia care for more than 2 million cases annually.
US Anesthesia Partners, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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