29-1211.00

Anesthesiologists

Administer anesthetics and analgesics for pain management prior to, during, or after surgery or other medical procedures.

1.5OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

You're basically automation-proof

Only 3% of jobs we track are safer than this

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 0% probability of automation for this role
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3%
of jobs safer
137
jobs riskier than this
+4.0%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Human-Centric

This occupation relies heavily on human judgment, empathy, creativity, or physical dexterity that remains beyond current AI capabilities.

Anesthesiology requires real-time patient monitoring, second-by-second drug titration, and emergency intervention in operating rooms. While decision-support AI assists, the liability, physical presence, and emergency response required make this one of the most human-dependent medical specialties.

Augmented byAI augmentation tools

Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$331,190
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+4.0%
As fast as average
Education Required
Doctoral or professional degree
Job Zone 5 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (1)
Mixed
Critical Thinking80%
Active Learning75%
Complex Problem Solving78%
Judgment and Decision Making82%
Reading Comprehension72%

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →