Is being an anaesthetist a good fit for you?
Gives medicine to put patients to sleep or numb pain before, during and after surgery. Keeps them safe throughout.
What the work involves
- Examines patients, gets their medical history and uses tests to judge risk during surgery and other procedures.
- Gives anaesthetic or sedation during procedures, using local, intravenous or spinal methods.
- Records the type and amount of anaesthetic and the patient's condition throughout.
- Monitors patients before, during and after anaesthetic and treats any bad reactions or complications.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be curious, helping and hands-on. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if an anaesthetist is one of yours.
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