Anesthesiologist
Harper- 7th Period
Tasks
- Monitor patient before, during, and after anethesia and counteract adverse reactions or complications
- Record type and amount of anethesia and patient condition
- Diagnose illnesses
- Administer anesthetic or sedation during medical procedures, usingl local, intravenous, spinal, or caudal methods
- Conduct medical research to aid in controlling and curing disease
Working Conditions
- Small private offices or clinics
- Assisted by a small staff of nurses
- Well-lighted, sterile enviroment
- Standing for long periods of time
- Hospitals or in surgical outpatient centers
Degree/Certificate/Training Necessary
I would need at least 3 years of college, then Medical Schoolto get a D.O. degree or a M.D. degree
Yearly Salary Range and State
The yearly salary for an Anesthesiologist in Arkansas ranges between $138,370 - $167,820.
Need More Info?
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Related Occupations
Some similiar jobs are Pharmacists, Surgeons, and Veterinarians.
Other Qualifications
- Desire to serve others
- Be self-motivated
- Survive the pressures and long hours of medical education and practice