Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is seeking CRNAs to join the Anesthesiology team in Sarasota and Venice, Florida. This team is built upon Leadership s vision to be the BEST place to be a patient, to work, and to provide care. Experienced and new grads wanting a wide scope of practice in a supportive team environment of excellence and professional growth are welcomed to apply.
Sarasota Memorial is consistently recognized for its delivery of quality care and best patient experience in the nation.
- CMS 5-Star Rating SMH-Sarasota is the only hospital in Florida to earn the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services highest rating every year since the star ratings began in 2016. SMH-Venice also achieved a five-star rating in 2026.
- 50 Best Hospitals U.S. News & World Report continues to rank Sarasota Memorial among the nation s Best Hospitals. In , SMH ranked among the nation s 50 Best Hospitals in Obstetrics/Gynecology and top 10% in 20 other medical specialties, procedures and conditions.
- A for Patient Safety Both SMH-Sarasota and SMH-Venice are Straight A hospitals, the highest designation given by the Leapfrog Group for hospitals receiving consistently high marks in the organization s twice-annual hospital safety report cards.
- Top 50 Heart Hospital SMH-Sarasota was named among the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals in 2026 by Premier/Statista, for demonstrating better survival rates, fewer complications and readmissions, lower costs and higher patient satisfaction.
- Magnet Hospital SMH-Sarasota is the only hospital in the region to earn Magnet designation, the nation s highest honor for nursing excellence. SMH has maintained the prestigious designation for over 20 years.
Highlights of the Full-Time Opportunity:
- Full-time obligation is 176 shifts per year.
- Staffing model is 40+Anesthesiologists and 100+ CRNAs covering 65 sites including Cath Lab, IR, Endo, and ECT.
- CRNAs have a Chief CRNA to lead the team and represent their division within the group and with hospital administration.
- Average anesthesia volume 65,000+ cases annually.
- Diverse mix of cases including Cardiac, Endo, General Surgery, Neuro, OB, Oncology, Ortho, Robotics, Spine, Vascular, and Level II Trauma.
Incentive/Benefits Package:
- Competitive compensation package based on years of experience
- W-2 position with a Health Care System that has an unparalleled history of quality care delivery
- Retention bonuses and a Relocation allowance is provided.
- Premium pay calculation if clinician works past scheduled shift. Premium calculation also applies if clinician opts to pick-up extra shifts.
- Full array of benefits offered including health, dental, vision, Long-term/short-term disability, CME/PTO, and 403(b) with a 4% match.
- 280 hours PTO (7 weeks) + 40 hours (5 days) CME
- As an employee of a public, State of Florida organization, CRNAs are entitled to sovereign immunity. No tail coverage needed should you leave our organization.
- CRNAs are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. First Physicians Group and SMHCS are not-for-profit organizations 501(c)(3).
- No State Tax in Florida.
Please contact Joelle Hennesey, MHA, CPRP, at or for additional information on this opportunity.
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is a regional medical center offering Southwest Florida s greatest breadth and depth of care, with about 2,500 physicians and advanced practice providers, 11,000 employees and 2 million patient visits a year across its network of care. Sarasota County s largest employer, the community-owned health system includes two full-service hospitals in Sarasota and Venice (and third under construction in North Port), freestanding ERs in North Port and Lakewood Ranch, a rehabilitation hospital, skilled nursing facility and comprehensive network of outpatient centers, urgent care clinics and SMH First Physicians Group primary and specialty care practices.
