A day in the life as an Anesthesiologist Assistant - My 24 Hour Shift

[@Aleena8700]

I know this is a old video but wow thank you for all you do! The world couldn't run without selfless, hardworking people in heathcare like you.... amazing❤

[@rxsesxrxses]

i want to be an anaesthesiologist! this inspired me to work hard :’)))

[@griffinenoch8030]

i realize I am kinda off topic but do anyone know of a good site to stream new series online?

[@rxsesxrxses]

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[@ThatsDeXes]

is this available in Canada

[@lias471]

actualy she is an anesthesiologist assistant *

[@Zeliata]

Same

[@inemesitimoh-nessie5226]

Can I like this a million times? 🥺🥺. I've been so indecisive of my career path after my undergraduate studies, but I think my mind is made up now! Thank you so much ❤️

[@Anesthesiasal]

You got this!

[@hushhh2474]

Just started looking into this profession (anesthesiologist assistant) . I have been interested in the health field my entire life. Only interested in several fields. Though now I'm much older than probably most. I'm very interested in the this line of work. Always have been. Sometimes some of us will put our needs, wants, dreams well behind others. This is what got me to my older age and nothing to say for it for myself. Though I have little one in raising now. It's also time I start taking time to listen to my own desires. This happens to be one of them. Thank you for sharing this video. Didn't know if they allowed assistance to intubate patients or not.

[@jasminecaa]

Thank you for a look into your day! Can’t wait to see more! 🤗

[@danpayan9468]

God bless you all 2019 had a pneumothorax thorax 2020 I had asophageal cancer surgery watching your shift a give you and your colleges alot of respect I have to get upper GI every 6 months almost 3 years in remission ❤ thank you so much for sharing and God bless 🙏

[@Cooperharley0204]

Awesome video! Need more CAA content creators. I’m in my second year currently on rotations in Georgia. My girlfriend is looking into AA school and this was a great resource to show her some aspects of what we do since shadowing is so difficult now during COVID. Keep up the great work!!

[@katiekb8016]

I'm looking at schools in georgia right now! Did you go to Emory or South? I'd love to hear what your experience was like!

[@mattbiz7910]

Interesting. Learn something new everyday. Never knew there were Anesthesiologist Assistants. Awesome

[@2bros462]

Best thing ever. Gives an insight into day to day work of AA. Hope to see more videos like these.

[@danyak.6545]

I am so glad I came across your page! I’m about to graduate respiratory therapy school and have such an interest in anesthesia (eventually of course) Love your content and I just followed you on insta ✨

[@simplibora]

Thank you so much for sharing!! Also, side note … your skin is GLOWINGGG. DROP THAT SKIN CARE ROUTINE!!

[@elirovowskiThela]

As soon as you said the Q-word I knew you'd be in for a wild night

[@Steph-st3vy]

Thank you so much for making this video! I’m a sophomore in high school still trying to figure out what I want to do... an AA seems pretty cool

[@RiyaAbilTheTravelCouple]

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[@toast3852]

Same!

[@kiaratheexplorer4]

you should go for it!!

[@chelsea5659]

Same

[@shyyy.]

Loved the vlogggg, btw your skin is glowinggggg🥰

[@Anesthesiasal]

Thank you!!!! All my skincare products finally starting to work 😂

[@shyyy.]

@@Anesthesiasal ❤️❤️❤️😂welcome hun

[@christophercarr1678]

Awesome video! I definitely want to look more into the CAA profession! It looks like its right up my ally!

[@shaharyarkhan3683]

My busiest 24hr shift so far in training was: whipples procedure, appendectomy, C-section, tracheostomy, 2 more dont remember exactly but one was spinal anesthesia and another was a GA case. 😊 All this on a public holiday. 😅

[@raea3184]

PLEASE DO MORE OF THESE!!

[@RiyaAbilTheTravelCouple]

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[@Kaliincarnate]

Thank you for sharing this. I'm looking into this career. Great video and great work you're doing!

[@RiyaAbilTheTravelCouple]

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[@AgentMrX7]

thanks for posting these must be really hard with your schedule. graduating as a nurse in a few weeks, hope to get into anesthesia

[@csuao]

Awesome video. Definitely cool to see the difference in technology between Emory’s OR and the rural hospital’s OR I shadowed at.

[@daraboo1]

I enjoyed watching this so much ! You are a gem !

[@Anesthesiasal]

Thank you so much!

[@hi_llu]

The song in the beginning is save me of bts💜 I came here coz I will be a doctor in the future. Btw your video is nice and this inspired me to become an anesthesiologist. Thanks!

[@Anesthesiasal]

💜💜💜

[@PinkLadyDaria]

Great video!! Would you mind making a video describing the differences between your job and CRNA’s?

[@rebeccatemple2550]

I am sure she will do a video on this! But, mainly the differences are schooling, pay, and autonomy. As far as the workday goes, they are very similar. I guess if you are wanting to do anesthesia and trying to decide between the two think about what you want to do in undergrad and if autonomy is something that you care about. I am currently in a BSN-RN program and am going to go to CRNA school. If you do not want to go to nursing school, AA Is the way to go. CRNA school requires a BSN and RN licensure as well as two years of RN ICU experience, some schools require less, depends on location/school. I believe that AAs require a science-related Bachelors's and some shadow experience, but I do not think that AA programs require work experience. Again, I am more familiar with the CRNA side of things, but I hope this helps a little bit.

[@mikmiklicayan4483]

@@rebeccatemple2550 hi im a BSN-RN, would it be backwards if i aim to become an AA instead of a CRNA ? Is being an AA generally easier than a CRNA?

[@shitachimadarame2529]

@@mikmiklicayan4483 Hi, hoping I can provide a good answer since I have a BSN and previous background in the sciences. For AA programs they generally prefer science pre-req courses that a pre-med would normally take like Gen. Physics, bio, gen Chem, orgo- Chem, human anatomy, and biochem along with a Bachelor’s degree of any kind. Most of those classes are normally not part of the RN curriculum, so it may be more difficult when it comes to the prework to apply. I have also shadowed both AAs and CRNAs and the jobs are basically the same. However there is MUCH greater independence on the CRNA side and they can practice in all 50 states as well as being able to practice without supervision in certain opt-out states. However, CRNA programs will all require 36+ months of school by 2025 while AA only requires around 25-27 months. You could definitely switch to AA with a BSN, just be prepared to take higher level science courses.

[@MrYaseen100]

This is AWESOME! Holy shit. Literally perfect.

[@YeahJerrickT]

Amazing content ❤🔥 keep killin it you're an inspiration!

[@elizabethheather2543]

Please do more vlogs about being an anesthesiologist, love to watch them on my free time

[@josphellihsilak4588]

Shes not an anesthesiologist, shes an anesthesiologist assistant which is a PA thats specially trained to work under an anesthesiologist to maintain anesthesia. Just fyi.

[@elizabethheather2543]

@@josphellihsilak4588 I forgot to include that after the word "anesthesiologist," I'm sorry :> Thank you for pointing out my error. Have a wonderful day.

[@lsurvivingkidneydisease6304]

Great video Sally!! Awesome content! Thanks for the inspiration ! 💕

[@susankakai2168]

Great great content, we need more of these to inspire more students into different fields of medicine. Thanks so much dear ❤️

[@Anesthesiasal]

Thanks a ton

[@RiyaAbilTheTravelCouple]

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[@marielaalvarado7849]

Thanks for sharing love the videos you have posted!

[@MelissaBrasileira]

Great vid! Can’t wait to see more

[@Hi-ii4qo]

The intro☺️ Btw I really liked your video, thank you so much for sharing this!! Currently studying anesthesia and I’m just fascinated by how many different jobs this field has, I feel like I falling in love with medicine all over again😌🤍

[@Lori_90]

One day, God willing❤

[@BaileyReuter]

That’s awesome that you go to icu transports. My ICU it’s just the nurse and the RT

[@zanegood855]

Wow, this was so cool! Good to see the different responsibilities you have. Reminds me of being the only RT with the ER pager at night 😂.

[@janemckay5790]

Been that RT!

[@brittanyedwards8862]

i’m currently a SAA, so happy to finally see a CAA on youtube! for a while there i thought we were banned from making YT videos 😂

[@Anesthesiasal]

Yeah I have to be really careful about what I record!

[@brittanyedwards8862]

i bet, always a microscope on what we do. the content you provide is enough so thank you! we really need more awareness about this profession.

[@brittanyedwards8862]

btw do you work a 24 hr weekly or is it more a monthly thing?

[@Anesthesiasal]

@@brittanyedwards8862 My goal is to do it weekly but right now there are 4 people on rotation so about once a month.

[@vince11harris]

What’s an SAA?

[@katiekb8016]

Thank you for making this!! It's so helpful to see content on the internet about CAA! Keep going!

[@kaylahill626]

This was super helpful!! I’m a sophomore in undergrad for a bachelors in health science ( Pre PA) but this interests me as well! I was looking at programs and the prerequisites are the ones i’m already taking :)

[@Anesthesiasal]

Good luck!!!! 👏

[@nailsbyLP]

woah this is literally me right now! may i ask which pathway you decided to pursue?

[@YenHoang2]

Hi Sally! Im also in Atlanta and am looking into applying to Emory's AA program, but am unsure if my resume is strong enough. Your videos have been so helpful and I hope you continue to post! :)

[@Anesthesiasal]

Hey!!! Dm me on Instagram. I can see if you need to boost a certain area. I will try to keep making videos!!

[@YenHoang2]

Also, could you make a video for prospective AA students? (going in depth about your undergrad education, gpa, MCAT, GRE, shadowing, interviews, etc.) Thank you!!

[@studyandsounds260]

Omg I have BEEN there... I worked as an anesthesia assistant during school and the 24 hour shifts were brutal! Cleaning and wiping down all the wires and EKG leads when you've been on your feet for 20 hours at 4 in the morning was the worst

[@freepalestinanow]

24 hrs daily?

[@tylansparks4442]

@@freepalestinanow 24 hrs daily definitely couldn’t be done by any human

[@mustang8206]

You're thinking of anesthesia tech, she's an anesthesiologist assistant. Those are completely different jobs

[@jaeologist3361]

This is eye opening I love it

[@traxxlamarion2124]

I really appreciate what you do 😊

[@kodabear6879]

I subscribed! :3 I'm looking to be a CAA in North Carolina! Thank you for making this video

[@katechoto3894]

You look so young and glowing. How old were you when you were finally a certified anesthesiologist assistant?

[@Anesthesiasal]

Aw thank you!!! I was 24 when I graduated

[@katechoto3894]

@@Anesthesiasal do you have you to have a bachelors degree in order to be a CAA.

[@Anesthesiasal]

Yes you need a bachelors degree

[@katechoto3894]

@@Anesthesiasal thanks for taking time out of your day to answer my questions. I love watching your vids to keep me informed about CAA.

[@tabithadavis677]

Does it matter what your bachelors degree is in? And how long does it take to get your License?

[@drewren1231]

It would be cool to see something about those vent circuits you use at Emory.

[@tiffanypage9077]

Thank you this was very informative your beautiful and talented and I wish you success

[@Flippinpinoy09]

So cool y’all have an airway alert at your facility. I’m an icu nurse and our NPs intubate while we push the drugs.

[@Milestogobeforeisleeep]

I have some questions, mind answering?

[@chrisrios435]

I’m proud of you

[@youngmoney3296]

Ok I was just scrolling and I was like wow her teeth 😍😍😍

[@powerlinkers]

15:00 the same feeling that everyone gets when their 24 hour shift is over.

[@corianneelizabethbeauty]

Love this video!

[@RubberBand223]

As soon as I heard save me, I liked the video immediately. Healthcare armys unite!! 💜

[@Anesthesiasal]

💜💜💜💜

[@sweethearts8009]

💜💜💜

[@salomelau]

I kinda freaked out at the intro song 😅 I saved this in my watch later but didn't know lol but am kinda interested in the profession! Hopefully I can get into the respiratory therapy program in BC, Canada, get some experience then continue into AA :)

[@allisondyamond487]

SAME!!!

[@HowToBrain1]

How much over time do you take over the regular 40 hours a week work schedule?

[@yesicatoledo9645]

Love the intro song 💜

[@Anesthesiasal]

💜💜💜💜💜

[@oeckstei]

Are all shifts 24 hours? What is a typical schedule like for the week and how much flexibility is their if any at all?

[@marif4654]

Thanks for the video... I am doing Bs anesthesia technology ... fresh student ...

[@shakhlokhakimova]

I've started to think about being anesthesiologists recently, but I'm afraid of making mistake😢 I think I'm not good at making quick decision and problem solving that's why I'm hesitating...

[@zainab-qe5dd]

finally l found 💔 someone who study anas and doing some videos 💗💗💗

[@109Gilman]

Awesome video!

[@talkinglichu6424]

which all countries can we work with diploma in anasthesia technology? plz give me a pleasen replay👍

[@talkinglichu6424]

I didn't get any rpl😒

[@harvestingseason2725]

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[@alajaykayee1954]

I need to know ur skincare routine damn clear myann

[@tylera1352]

The bts in the beginning 💜

[@Anesthesiasal]

😭 I was hoping someone would notice

[@noepickrell5350]

Thank you so much for this! I’m a prospective AA student, is it common to have 24 hour shifts? Or is that a decision you made?

[@Anesthesiasal]

I decided to do it! Most common shifts are 8, 10 and 12 hours.

[@scsfamily6072]

im starting this job on monday as a nurse. since they we dont have cca or inhalo they going to use nurse. IM SCARED!

[@princessbxnny]

I’m in nursing school and I wanted to ask, do you recommend a certain drug book to learn these meds and what was your study tactic?

[@MUHAMMADAwais-pt3pn]

Hello! I'm from Pakistan. I'm also working as Anesthesiologist assistant (Anaesthesia Technologist) in renowned set up..I want to move abroad in higher setups to grow more and economically strong. In the country where you work ,is there any pathway to come here? Documentations, experience or ther requirements Please guide or make a video on this topic. Thanks

[@kekaiokalaniaramkealoha2299]

Hello ,sal. Have you had a patient with IRIDOCYCLITIS? If so, what was your proper management of care!!

[@bradsorenson5619]

Great video. Do they have a sleep room for CAA’s?

[@pakknowledgefactory2725]

Aslamu o Alikum mam Good Evening mam Mam please provided me details about Admission in PHD Anesthesialogy in UK. Eligible creteria

[@theosbornfamily3115]

URGENT !!!! What causes Pseudocholinesterase deficiency in GA? Can I safely use spinal anesthesia? Plz get back to me ASAP I have to have a surgery on Tuesday and I am TERRIFIED! I was under GA 8+ hours with a tube down my throat the whole time. I don’t want anything to happen to me.

[@lizetsanchez8976]

Hi Liz, sorry to hear about your experience under GA. Pseudocholinesterase deficiency is an uncommon genetic disorder that is triggered by the use of the depolarizing muscle relaxant Succinylcholine. Depending on your history, surgery and other medical factors, your anesthesia care provider can develop an anesthesia care plan tailored to your need. They can safely use non-depolarizing muscle relaxants such as Rocuronium or eliminate the use of a muscle relaxant all together during GA (using LMA) if indicated. Spinal anesthesia alone does not require the use of a muscle relaxant therefore it is safe. I hope this helps. 👍 - newly certified anesthesia tech

[@ezatullaha.3502]

Good luck 👍🏼

[@LemonScissors]

LOVE this content!!! love seeing what you guys do. It was indeed busy. Cant get how you ugys do 14 h shifts.... How many days off u get after a 24h ?

[@sariah2425]

I’ve never heard of 14 hr shifts.. only 8,10,12 and 24hrs depending on what you do.

[@sariah2425]

And usually people who work 24hr shifts work 2 days a week.

[@hello88888]

I'm just starting my perioperative role soon as a grad. When the time comes and with every separate procedure on a different patient eg putting in new iv/breathing lines, do you have to change scrubs for cross contamination/hygiene reasons or do you just wear the same scrubs if they don't get dirty? Great video!

[@jsandler124]

Are there jobs where you can work two 24 hour shifts a week?

[@Beautyliciouslovable]

do anesthesiologist assistants have to exclusively work at hospitals or can they work other places too?

[@deannabogossian428]

I’m sure they also work at surgical centers (plastics for example) where surgeons have their own practice

[@dillonoliver4386]

so weird to you setting up airways and stuff since in the UK this is usually done by an ODP or nurse

[@josephconner4756]

I never even been under anesthesia in my life but what can I expect for myself for a first timer.

[@Msmabintistar]

Amazing

[@justinchiles9393]

Is Emory allowing any shadowing opportunities right now?

[@GotyaSteph]

I wish they had anesthesiology assistant in every state

[@Anesthesiasal]

Same!!! Ugh

[@viviana8914]

@@Anesthesiasal do they have it in florida?

[@Anesthesiasal]

@@viviana8914 yes they do!

[@SayedI313]

@@viviana8914 States and districts where CAA can practice: Alabama Colorado District of Columbia Florida Georgia Guam Indiana Kentucky Missouri New Mexico North Carolina Ohio Oklahoma South Carolina Vermont Wisconsin States where AAs practice through physician delegation: Michigan Texas

[@GotyaSteph]

@@ryants1 I didn’t like the icu, it wouldn’t have worked

[@Lemurai]

Before college I thought of doing this but I went ahead and went into nursing instead and then CRNA school. Working independently is what sold me on being a CRNA. But both are still awesome jobs that I recommend to anyone that wants a great career and living with less schooling. The education to income ratio is a lot better than most careers.

[@baileyferguson5862]

the shitty thing is CRNA’s now have to get an MD starting in 2025…

[@taquitaholt5013]

@@baileyferguson5862 not an MD but a doctorate.

[@duckhugger7692]

Everyones different, if she wanted to be a crna, she would be a crna, tbh im attracted to being a CAA bc i dont wany to practice independently, theirs a job for everyone, CAA is hers and CRNA is yours🤞

[@ateeb77able]

I am hoping that Emory pays pretty good for this position. Whats the starting pay?

[@zhangzhao8323]

Hi is this job same as anaesthetic technician ? Please advise .

[@alexandragomez2201]

Can you wear your own scrubs if you choose? or are you required to use the hospital's

[@ricktorres1319]

Hi, I am suppose to get hip replacement do you pee during anesthesia. I am worried about peeing on myself. Thank you!!

[@jimmyluvsnikki]

I've been looking into this career field for about a month or so and I've got a couple of questions I hope someone can help me with. Is the normal route to study something such as biology and get a bachelor degree in that and move on to a 4 year medical school? So 8 years of school. Do you get paid a livable wage during residency? What is anyone's take on becoming an anesthesiologist and not an assistant? I'm looking to have just a conversation about it and get some insight from someone knowledgeable. I'd rather talk to someone before reaching out to schools and programs because here, I might be able to get to hear about different experiences instead of someone trying to sell me on going to their school.

[@Dopadroid]

Becoming an anesthesiologist is very difficult. You would need 4 years of undergrad, 4 years of medical school, and 4 years of residency. But that's even if you can get into med school, then residency for anesthesiologist (which is one of the hardest ones to get into). From what I understand from my friends who are in residency, the pay is ok depending on where you end up, it's the hours that are horrible. Pay is probably around 40k a year but with the hours worked (easily like 100/wk depending) then if you were divide it per hour, you're making less than minimal wage. But technically it is all made up for once you finish. Anesthesiologist can make anywhere from 200-650k from what I've seen.

[@James-rj2bc]

@@Dopadroid Where do they live that pay is only 40k a year for a resident? Just curious.

[@osky2558]

@@James-rj2bc Pay is not 40k, it depends on geographic location to adjust for cost of living. Average resident pay is closer to 55k

[@TheUniqueEater]

so cool :), was that lunch box a 16 can or 24 can?

[@kiaratheexplorer4]

may i ask where you are located? i’m thinking i want to get into this but not sure if i could do this in my state 😅😇💗

[@sruthirajavelu6100]

Unnie can you say how many marks need for it how many years I want to study

[@auzzygirl8175]

Hi. How often do you have to work a 24 hour shift?

[@mtrinity339]

I know this may sound dumb, but is. CAA different or the same as a CRNA? Just curious? Love the video!

[@ankitrayrum6644]

Wow! you are basically Superwoman in real world!!

[@mariahgarrison8950]

What classes do you actually take in the anesthesiologist program? I can’t find answers anywhere

[@louie0683]

What undergraduate major did you study before getting a masters degree in AA?

[@kaleyparker3039]

i want to go into the medical field but don’t want to go to all of the school and to be a anesthesiologist assistant how much school do you have to go to after 4 year college??

[@charles7003]

I’m going into phlebotomy, I would love to move up the ranks but I absolutely couldn’t do overnight or 24 hour shifts so it puts me off :(

[@hunterweidner7748]

So I’ve never heard of this occupation until last night and I’m really wanting to do it! I’m currently a tech in the hospital and was planning on going to school for Surg Tech until finding out about CAA. Do you think it’d be beneficial to do the Anesthesia Tech program before doing my masters for the ACC?

[@daisymartinez9102]

How long did it take to complete the career and what prerequisites did you took and how many? I am thinking either go for RN or anesthesia assistant.

[@Anesthesiasal]

27 month program

[@ashleygranados92]

@@Anesthesiasal where did you go to school?

[@leloelela]

Came up in a conversation last night with a nurse: are SAAs trained in/are CAAs expected to do Foley catheters?

[@Anesthesiasal]

Hey! CAAs aren’t trained to do foleys.

[@Dopadroid]

What are SAAs?

[@blooop9693]

@@Dopadroid It stands for Student AAs :)

[@1KhaliDP]

Currently in military looking to part ways and take medical route. Is this the way to go?

[@Anesthesiasal]

Yes! Make sure you’re in one of the 17 states CAAs can work

[@1KhaliDP]

It says “Texas is a state where AAs practice through physician delegation.” Idk what that means

[@Anesthesiasal]

@@1KhaliDP Only certain facilities in Texas allow CAAs to practice. So if you want to work in Texas, you have to work at certain hospitals.

[@vinanguyen95]

@@Anesthesiasal Hi Sally, I was just looking at the salary, and why is their salary posted for every state when only 17 states permits anesthesiologist assistants?