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Anaesthetist

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An Anaesthetist administers anaesthesia during surgeries, monitors vital signs, manages pain, and collaborates with surgical teams for patient safety.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • ACT
      • VIC
      • QLD
      • TAS
      • WA
      • SA
  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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Anaesthetist careers

An Anaesthetist is a medical specialist who administers anaesthesia during surgeries and medical procedures, ensuring patients are safe and pain-free. Key duties include assessing patients preoperatively, monitoring vital signs during procedures, managing pain, and responding to emergencies.

Anaesthetists work closely with surgical teams to provide optimal care and may also be involved in intensive care, pain management, and trauma care.