What types of careers in anesthesiology are there? How can I prepare myself for a career in anesthesiology?
With advances in surgical techniques and the popularity of outpatient care, careers in anesthesiology have become more prevalent in hospitals and in private medical practices throughout the country.
Because anesthesiology involves the entire human body, patients often receive care from a large team of skilled professionals, including:- Lead Anesthesiologist
- Anesthesiology Resident
- Nurse Anesthesiologist
- Anesthesiology Assistant
- Critical Care Nurse
- Post-Anesthesia Nurse
Preparing for a career in anesthesiology involves completing as many relevant courses as possible during an undergraduate degree program before completing either a master's level degree program or a traditional medical degree program. Graduates of pre-med bachelor's degree programs and Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs require the least amount of additional preparation before entering anesthesiology training.
A Career in Anesthesiology Also Requires Hands-On Experience
Internships and work placements set the tone for a career in anesthesiology, as well. As interns, future anesthesiology professionals work closely with mentors on actual cases, building the hours of experience required to pass certification. At the same time, internships help students prepare for the kind of work routines commonly found in a career in anesthesiology. Many teams work four twelve-hour days in a row, with three days off, sometimes alternating between day and night shifts.
While a career in anesthesiology can take longer to develop than other health care careers, the long term rewards can be significantly larger. In addition to higher base salaries than other specialists, a medical professional with a career in anesthesiology often feels more immediate satisfaction from relieving pain and from participating in complex surgeries.
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