Career profile · SOC 29-1211

Anesthesiologists

Anesthesiologists is an occupation catalogued under SOC 29-1211. The role is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Entry typically requires a Doctoral or professional degree, and shows low AI exposure (0.29 on a 0-1 scale) — the role's core work resists automation.

Growth outlook
Average
BLS 10-yr
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
AI exposure
2.88/10
automation risk

Frequently asked questions

What is the job outlook for Anesthesiologists?

The role is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Current US employment is approximately 45,300 workers.

How do I become a anesthesiologists?

The typical entry education is a Doctoral or professional degree. Building a foundation in the top skills below will strengthen your application.

Will AI replace Anesthesiologists?

Our AI-durability model gives Anesthesiologists a score of 0.29 on a 0-1 scale (higher = more exposure). That places it at low AI exposure — the role's core work resists current-generation automation. It's a comparatively AI-durable choice within its field.

How hard is it to enter this field?

Anesthesiologists has very high barrier to entry — very highly gated — extended graduate education, licensure, or years of specialised training are required.

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