Air Force AFSC · Medical
45AX Anesthesiologist
Overview
An Anesthesiologist administers local and general anesthetics during surgeries and other procedures. This physician manages patients' health and well-being before, during, and immediately after a surgery or procedure.
Core Skills
- preoperative patient assessment
- anesthetic risk assessment
- local anesthetic administration
- general anesthetic administration
- airway management
- perioperative patient monitoring
- vital signs monitoring
- postoperative recovery management
- pain and comfort management
- surgical team coordination
Civilian Software & Tools
- Epic Systems
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- AetherPalm InfusiCalc
Civilian Career Paths
- Physician
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Medical License (MD/DO)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Career Growth
- American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
What the Work Involves
- Monitor patient before, during, and after anesthesia and counteract adverse reactions or complications.
- Provide and maintain life support and airway management and help prepare patients for emergency surgery.
- Record type and amount of anesthesia and patient condition throughout procedure.
- Administer anesthetic or sedation during medical procedures, using local, intravenous, spinal, or caudal methods.
- Examine patient, obtain medical history, and use diagnostic tests to determine risk during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures.
Related Occupations
- Pediatric Surgeons
- Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric
- Cardiologists
- Nurse Anesthetists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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