Anesthesia Assistant Career

*A job as an Anesthesia Assistant falls under the broader career category of Anesthesiologist Assistants. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Anesthesiologist Assistants : Assist anesthesiologists in the administration of anesthesia for surgical and non-surgical procedures. Monitor patient status and provide patient care during surgical treatment.


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Anesthesiologist Assistant Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$130,490

Median Hourly Wage

$62.74*

Total Employed Nationally

145,740


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.