Anesthesiologist Assistants
Job Zone 5 - Extensive preparation needed
Assist anesthesiologists in the administration of anesthesia for surgical and non-surgical procedures. Monitor patient status and provide patient care during surgical treatment.
Median pay: $135,880/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +20.4% projected growth, 2024–2034 — much faster than average.
About 12,000 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Master's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Provide airway management interventions including tracheal intubation, fiber optics, or ventilary support.
• Respond to emergency situations by providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), basic cardiac life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), or pediatric advanced life support (PALS).
• Verify availability of operating room supplies, medications, and gases.
• Pretest and calibrate anesthesia delivery systems and monitors.
• Participate in seminars, workshops, or other professional activities to keep abreast of developments in anesthesiology.
What's the median pay for Anesthesiologist Assistants?
The median pay for Anesthesiologist Assistants is $135,880 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Anesthesiologist Assistants?
Employment for Anesthesiologist Assistants is projected to change +20.4% from 2024 to 2034 - much faster than average.
What education is typically required for Anesthesiologist Assistants?
Typical entry-level education: Master's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Anesthesiologist Assistants?
About 12,000 openings per year, on average, over the decade.