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Anesthesiologists in District of Columbia
Anesthesiologists are physicians who administer anesthetics and pain management medications before, during, and after surgical procedures. They work primarily in hospitals, surgical centers, and other medical facilities where operations take place In District of Columbia the median pay is $202,570 a year, 48% below the national median of $391,490.
$202,570median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$77,790–$397,210middle half earn
100employed in District of Columbia
$391,490U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in District of Columbia
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What it takes
Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold doct.
Skills that matter most
Critical ThinkingJudgment and Decision MakingReading ComprehensionMonitoringActive ListeningWritingSpeakingScience
Knowledge areas
English LanguageBiologyPsychologyMathematics (knowledge)Customer and Personal ServiceChemistry
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Anesthesiologists.
Licenses and training in District of Columbia
Anesthesiologists pay in other states
Washington · $499,990Minnesota · $496,510Ohio · $490,530Virginia · $488,310Connecticut · $481,820New Hampshire · $481,640Florida · $465,370Pennsylvania · $461,390Idaho · $449,990New York · $445,660
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Are you suited for this?
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O*NET-SOC 29-1211.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.