How do they match: Anesthesiologists

  • Coordinate and direct work of nurses, medical technicians, and other health care providers.
  • Decide when patients have recovered or stabilized enough to be sent to another room or ward or to be sent home following outpatient surgery.
  • Provide and maintain life support and airway management and help prepare patients for emergency surgery.
  • Provide medical care and consultation in many settings, prescribing medication and treatment and referring patients for surgery.

  • Implement advanced life support techniques.
  • Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.
  • Supervise patient care personnel.