Salary guide
Anaesthetist
- Average salary
- £50,000 – £120,000
- Working hours
- 48 hours/week
HealthcareMedicine
- Anaesthetists are involved in over 2 million UK operations annually
Other names this job is known by
- Anaesthesiologist
- Consultant Anaesthetist
Key responsibilities
- Administer anaesthesia before, during, and after surgery
- Monitor patients’ vital signs
- Assess patients pre- and post-operation
- Work with surgical teams
- Respond to emergencies
Skills and qualifications required
- Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent)
- Foundation training (2 years)
- Core anaesthetics training (2 years)
- Higher specialist training (5 years)
- GMC registration
- FRCA exams
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Consultant Anaesthetist
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How to get the job
- Complete medical school and anaesthetics training
- Pass FRCA exams
- Register with GMC
- Apply for NHS or private roles
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