Anesthesiologist vs Veterinarian
Pay, skills and open jobs side by side, from current job postings across the US.
Pay
Anesthesiologist
$525,000 typical, a year
Most Anesthesiologists earn $475,100 to $600,000 a year.
From 153 postings that list pay
1,180 open jobs now
Veterinarian
$138,000 typical, a year
Most Veterinarians earn $128,800 to $161,800 a year.
From 1,997 postings that list pay
5,552 open jobs now
Anesthesiologists typically earn about $387,000 more a year than Veterinarians.
What each one does
Anesthesiologist
- Provide anesthesia care for patients during surgical procedures.
- Perform preoperative evaluations and obtain informed consent.
- Monitor patient vital signs and manage anesthesia during surgery.
- Oversee the administration of anesthesia by nurse anesthetists.
- Administer nerve blocks for pain treatment.
- Manage patients in the recovery room after surgery.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Veterinarian
- Examine animals to diagnose illnesses and injuries.
- Perform surgery and dental procedures on animals.
- Prescribe medication and provide treatment plans.
- Educate pet owners on preventative care and health.
- Maintain accurate medical records for all patients.
- Collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
Asked for in both
- SurgeryFewer than 1 in 10 Anesthesiologist postings, 1 in 10 Veterinarian postings
More common in Anesthesiologist postings
- Anesthesia8 in 10
- Clinical Leadership1 in 10
- Orthopedic1 in 10
- ENT1 in 10
- Nurse AnesthesiaFewer than 1 in 10
- NeurosurgeryFewer than 1 in 10
More common in Veterinarian postings
- Preventive Care2 in 10
- Ultrasound2 in 10
- Veterinary Surgery1 in 10
- Physical Examination1 in 10
- Pet Care1 in 10
Out of each role's current postings.
Licenses, certifications and education
Anesthesiologist
- Board Certified3 in 10
- Medical License1 in 10
- CRNA1 in 10
Veterinarian
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine4 in 10
- Veterinary License2 in 10
- Licensed Veterinary Technician1 in 10
- DEA License1 in 10
Open jobs
Anesthesiologist
Anesthesiologist Assistant-Anesthesiology
MetroHealthPay not stated 2500 Metrohealth Drive, Cleveland, Ohio, USAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)AnesthesiaCase ManagementClinical ResearchBasic Life SupportPhysician- Pediatric Anesthesiology
MetroHealthPay not stated 2500 Metrohealth Drive, Cleveland, Ohio, USDirect Patient CareClinical ResearchAnesthesia
Veterinarian
Emergency Veterinarian - Animal Hospital & Emergency Clinic of Conroe
Lakefield Veterinary GroupPay not stated Animal Hospital & Emergency Clinic of Conroe - Conroe, TexasUltrasoundRadiographyClient EducationDoctor of Veterinary MedicineAssociate Veterinarian
Oakview Veterinary HospitalPay not stated Ridgeland, SC, United StatesVeterinary LicenseDoctor of Veterinary MedicineVeterinary Surgery- Pay not stated Woodbury, Minnesota, United StatesEndoscopyUltrasoundPhysical ExaminationVital SignsPhlebotomy
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