About the role
Location: Sarasota Campus
DepartmentFPG Anesthesiology
Job Summary
First Physicians Group is seeking an anesthesiologist to join their team at Sarasota Memorial Health Care System (SMHCS). We are the employed physician group of Sarasota Memorial Hospital, and we acquired the Anesthesiology practice in April 2023. This team is built upon leadership's vision to be the BEST provider of care along with the best place to work and practice medicine.
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 2025-2026, SMH ranked among the nation’s 50 Best Hospitals in Obstetrics/Gynecology and top 10% in 20 other medical specialties, procedures and conditions.
- World’s Best Hospitals – Newsweek ranked SMH among the World’s Best Hospitals in 2026. SMH has earned a place on the prestigious list every year since the global rankings began in 2019.
- Top Hospital – In 2026, SMH earned a spot on Forbes’ first-ever list of Top Hospitals in the U.S.
- “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 Opportunity:
- We are looking for an Anesthesiologist who are Fellowship-Trained in OB.
- A full-time anesthesiologist is expected to cover 210 shifts annually, with additional pay for extra shifts.
- Diverse mix of cases including Cardiac, Endo, General Surgery, Neuro, OB, Oncology, Ortho, Robotics, Spine, Vascular, and Level II Trauma.
- Staffing model planned is 40+ Anesthesiologists, and 100+ CRNAs covering 70+ sites including Cath Lab, IR, Endo, ECT.
- Average anesthesia volume is 65,000 cases annually.
- Physicians will have oversight of CRNAs. Ratio of Physicians to CRNAs is 1:4.
Additional Information:
- Top of market compensation package based on years of experience.
- W2 position with a Health Care System that has an unparalleled history of quality care delivery.
- Commencement Bonus and Relocation assistance will be offered.
- 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, 9 weeks PTO, 5 days for CME and 403(b).
- Sarasota Memorial and First Physicians Group are not-for-profit organizations 501(c)(3). Physicians can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program if employed by First Physicians Group.
- As an employee of a public, State of Florida organization, physicians are entitled to sovereign immunity. No tail coverage is needed should you leave the practice.
- No State Tax in Florida.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree.
- Eligible for a Florida medical license and ACLS certification.
- BE/BC
- Fellowship trained.
Employment Screening Requirements
As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Responsibilities
Required Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree.
- Eligible for a Florida medical license and ACLS certification.
- BE/BC
- Fellowship trained.