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Life As an Anesthesiologist

Occupation Description Physicians who administer anesthetics prior to, during, or after surgery or other medical procedures.

A Day in the Life of an Anesthesiologist

  • Provide medical care and consultation in many settings, prescribing medication and treatment and referring patients for surgery.
  • Coordinate and direct work of nurses, medical technicians, and other health care providers.
  • Inform students and staff of types and methods of anesthesia administration, signs of complications, and emergency methods to counteract reactions.
  • Record type and amount of anesthesia and patient condition throughout procedure.
  • Conduct medical research to aid in controlling and curing disease, to investigate new medications, and to develop and test new medical techniques.
  • Instruct individuals and groups on ways to preserve health and prevent disease.

Skills Needed to be an Anesthesiologist

When polled, Anesthesiologists say the following skills are most frequently used in their jobs:

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Monitoring: Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Science: Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Types of Anesthesiologist Jobs

  • Chairperson Anesthesiology
  • Anesthesiologist
  • Anesthetist
  • Anesthesiologist/Physician
  • Anesthesiologist/Assistant Professor Anesthesiology

Are There Job Opportunities for Anesthesiologists?

In the United States, there were 33,000 jobs for Anesthesiologist in 2016. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 15.5% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 5,100 new jobs for Anesthesiologist by 2026. There will be an estimated 1,400 positions for Anesthesiologist per year.

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The states with the most job growth for Anesthesiologist are Alaska, Arizona, and Colorado. Watch out if you plan on working in Vermont, South Dakota, or Mississippi. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Salary for an Anesthesiologist

The salary for Anesthesiologists ranges between about $133,080 and $208,000 a year.

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Anesthesiologists who work in Alabama, Alaska, or Arizona, make the highest salaries.

Below is a list of the median annual salaries for Anesthesiologists in different U.S. states.

State Annual Mean Salary
Alabama $208,000
Alaska $208,000
Arizona $279,160
Arkansas $229,760
California $288,420
Colorado $270,180
Connecticut $270,210
District of Columbia $208,000
Florida $280,390
Georgia $224,300
Hawaii $208,000
Idaho $256,450
Illinois $261,300
Indiana $277,000
Iowa $208,000
Kansas $208,000
Kentucky $278,590
Louisiana $208,000
Maine $208,000
Maryland $208,000
Massachusetts $205,960
Michigan $261,310
Minnesota $208,000
Mississippi $208,000
Missouri $250,180
Montana $208,000
Nebraska $290,470
Nevada $256,120
New Hampshire $208,000
New Jersey $208,000
New York $255,500
North Carolina $285,730
North Dakota $273,120
Ohio $285,000
Oklahoma $278,690
Oregon $208,000
Pennsylvania $278,010
South Carolina $254,420
South Dakota $293,110
Tennessee $262,070
Texas $260,690
Utah $214,730
Vermont $257,240
Washington $268,580
West Virginia $281,000
Wisconsin $257,450
Wyoming $215,910

What Tools & Technology do Anesthesiologists Use?

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Anesthesiologists:

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Web browser software
  • Microsoft Access
  • MEDITECH software
  • Electronic medical record EMR software
  • EDImis Anesthesia Manager
  • Skyscape AnesthesiaDrugs
  • AetherPalm InfusiCalc
  • Drug database software

Becoming an Anesthesiologist

Individuals working as an Anesthesiologist have obtained the following education levels:

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How many years of work experience do I need?

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Where Anesthesiologists Work

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The table below shows the approximate number of Anesthesiologists employed by various industries.

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