A day in the life as an Anesthesiologist Assistant - My 24 Hour Shift
Hey everyone! Since I promised to release a youtube video when I reached 1000 followers on my instagram... here it is! I had a 24 hour shift back in October and filmed some things through out the day and night. I'm not allowed to record much of whats happening in the operating room, especially if there's a patient present. But you do get a glimpse of some typical things I do are (anesthesia set up) and how a day could be like as an anesthesiologist assistant. NOTE: not all days are like this - this is a weekend which is why there aren't many people around.
For those of you who don't know me, I am a certified anesthesiologist assistant and I have been working for about 3 years. My goal is to spread the word about this profession to aspiring students in the medical field - comment down below and follow me on instagram if you have any questions!
To my current followers, thanks so much for your support!
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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❤
Thank you for a look into your day! Can’t wait to see more! 🤗
Best thing ever. Gives an insight into day to day work of AA. Hope to see more videos like these.
Great video Sally!! Awesome content! Thanks for the inspiration ! 💕
i want to be an anaesthesiologist! this inspired me to work hard :’)))
@griffinenoch8030
2 жыл бұрын
i realize I am kinda off topic but do anyone know of a good site to stream new series online?
@rxsesxrxses
2 жыл бұрын
@@griffinenoch8030 dramacool
@ThatsDeXes
2 жыл бұрын
is this available in Canada
@lias471
Жыл бұрын
actualy she is an anesthesiologist assistant *
@eliz_halo4370
9 ай бұрын
Same
Awesome video! I definitely want to look more into the CAA profession! It looks like its right up my ally!
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 ✨
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
2 жыл бұрын
You got this!
Amazing content ❤🔥 keep killin it you're an inspiration!
Thank you for sharing this. I'm looking into this career. Great video and great work you're doing!
@RiyaAbilTheTravelCouple
2 жыл бұрын
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Awesome video. Definitely cool to see the difference in technology between Emory’s OR and the rural hospital’s OR I shadowed at.
I enjoyed watching this so much ! You are a gem !
@Anesthesiasal
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
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 🙏
I really appreciate what you do 😊
Thanks for sharing love the videos you have posted!
Great vid! Can’t wait to see more
thanks for posting these must be really hard with your schedule. graduating as a nurse in a few weeks, hope to get into anesthesia
Thank you so much for sharing!! Also, side note … your skin is GLOWINGGG. DROP THAT SKIN CARE ROUTINE!!
Interesting. Learn something new everyday. Never knew there were Anesthesiologist Assistants. Awesome
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
9 ай бұрын
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!
This is eye opening I love it
As soon as you said the Q-word I knew you'd be in for a wild night
This is AWESOME! Holy shit. Literally perfect.
Love this video!
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
2 жыл бұрын
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@toast3852
Жыл бұрын
Same!
@kiaratheexplorer4
Жыл бұрын
you should go for it!!
@chelsea5659
Жыл бұрын
Same
Great great content, we need more of these to inspire more students into different fields of medicine. Thanks so much dear ❤️
@Anesthesiasal
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton
@RiyaAbilTheTravelCouple
2 жыл бұрын
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Loved the vlogggg, btw your skin is glowinggggg🥰
@Anesthesiasal
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!! All my skincare products finally starting to work 😂
@shyyy.
3 жыл бұрын
@@Anesthesiasal ❤️❤️❤️😂welcome hun
I’m proud of you
I subscribed! :3 I'm looking to be a CAA in North Carolina! Thank you for making this video
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. 😅
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😌🤍
PLEASE DO MORE OF THESE!!
@RiyaAbilTheTravelCouple
2 жыл бұрын
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That’s awesome that you go to icu transports. My ICU it’s just the nurse and the RT
It would be cool to see something about those vent circuits you use at Emory.
Please do more vlogs about being an anesthesiologist, love to watch them on my free time
@josphellihsilak4588
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
@@josphellihsilak4588 I forgot to include that after the word "anesthesiologist," I'm sorry :> Thank you for pointing out my error. Have a wonderful day.
Thank you for making this!! It's so helpful to see content on the internet about CAA! Keep going!
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
Жыл бұрын
Been that RT!
Great video!! Would you mind making a video describing the differences between your job and CRNA’s?
@rebeccatemple2550
3 жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@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
Жыл бұрын
@@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.
Thank you this was very informative your beautiful and talented and I wish you success
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.
Awesome video!
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
3 жыл бұрын
Good luck!!!! 👏
@nailsbyLP
Жыл бұрын
woah this is literally me right now! may i ask which pathway you decided to pursue?
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
3 жыл бұрын
Hey!!! Dm me on Instagram. I can see if you need to boost a certain area. I will try to keep making videos!!
@YenHoang2
3 жыл бұрын
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!!
Love the intro song 💜
@Anesthesiasal
3 жыл бұрын
💜💜💜💜💜
Thanks for the video... I am doing Bs anesthesia technology ... fresh student ...
Amazing
Good luck 👍🏼
finally l found 💔 someone who study anas and doing some videos 💗💗💗
15:00 the same feeling that everyone gets when their 24 hour shift is over.
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
2 жыл бұрын
💜💜💜
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!
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
Жыл бұрын
24 hrs daily?
@tylansparks4442
Жыл бұрын
@@freepalestinanow 24 hrs daily definitely couldn’t be done by any human
@mustang8206
Жыл бұрын
You're thinking of anesthesia tech, she's an anesthesiologist assistant. Those are completely different jobs
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
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I have to be really careful about what I record!
@brittanyedwards8862
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
btw do you work a 24 hr weekly or is it more a monthly thing?
@Anesthesiasal
3 жыл бұрын
@@brittanyedwards8862 My goal is to do it weekly but right now there are 4 people on rotation so about once a month.
@vince11harris
2 жыл бұрын
What’s an SAA?
Ok I was just scrolling and I was like wow her teeth 😍😍😍
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
3 жыл бұрын
SAME!!!
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
Жыл бұрын
I have some questions, mind answering?
Fishburn deck! This video made me miss Emory lol
The bts in the beginning 💜
@Anesthesiasal
3 жыл бұрын
😭 I was hoping someone would notice
I need to know ur skincare routine damn clear myann
By the way, love your content.
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
3 жыл бұрын
I decided to do it! Most common shifts are 8, 10 and 12 hours.
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
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve never heard of 14 hr shifts.. only 8,10,12 and 24hrs depending on what you do.
@sariah2425
2 жыл бұрын
And usually people who work 24hr shifts work 2 days a week.
omg the intro
I wish they had anesthesiology assistant in every state
@Anesthesiasal
3 жыл бұрын
Same!!! Ugh
@viviana8914
3 жыл бұрын
@@Anesthesiasal do they have it in florida?
@Anesthesiasal
3 жыл бұрын
@@viviana8914 yes they do!
@SayedI313
3 жыл бұрын
@@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
3 жыл бұрын
@@ryants1 I didn’t like the icu, it wouldn’t have worked
Wow! you are basically Superwoman in real world!!
Great video!! Do CAA’s actually attend surgery or any operations in the OR or do they prepare for before the procedure? I am considering AA but I don’t really like being present in OR and attend surgeries!
@Anesthesiasal
2 жыл бұрын
We are in the OR from beginning to end
How much over time do you take over the regular 40 hours a week work schedule?
You look so young and glowing. How old were you when you were finally a certified anesthesiologist assistant?
@Anesthesiasal
3 жыл бұрын
Aw thank you!!! I was 24 when I graduated
@katechoto3894
3 жыл бұрын
@@Anesthesiasal do you have you to have a bachelors degree in order to be a CAA.
@Anesthesiasal
3 жыл бұрын
Yes you need a bachelors degree
@katechoto3894
3 жыл бұрын
@@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
Жыл бұрын
Does it matter what your bachelors degree is in? And how long does it take to get your License?
I know this may sound dumb, but is. CAA different or the same as a CRNA? Just curious? Love the video!
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?
thank you so muuch~~~~ I love your videos and you look really young and glowing😭💜💜💜 I'm gonna study hard and smart PRAY FOR ME GUYS HUHUHUHU😭
Let’s start with how flawless you look!
Your so pretty!😘😘😘
As soon as I heard save me, I liked the video immediately. Healthcare armys unite!! 💜
@Anesthesiasal
2 жыл бұрын
💜💜💜💜
@sweethearts8009
2 жыл бұрын
💜💜💜
Great video. Do they have a sleep room for CAA’s?
Thanks 💗😎😎
so cool :), was that lunch box a 16 can or 24 can?
❤❤
Are all shifts 24 hours? What is a typical schedule like for the week and how much flexibility is their if any at all?
I hope you're doing well. No videos for a long time. One Love
@Anesthesiasal
2 жыл бұрын
Just uploaded a new one!!
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
Жыл бұрын
the shitty thing is CRNA’s now have to get an MD starting in 2025…
@taquitaholt5013
Жыл бұрын
@@baileyferguson5862 not an MD but a doctorate.
@duckhugger7692
9 ай бұрын
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🤞
Is Emory allowing any shadowing opportunities right now?
I am hoping that Emory pays pretty good for this position. Whats the starting pay?
Can you wear your own scrubs if you choose? or are you required to use the hospital's
so weird to you setting up airways and stuff since in the UK this is usually done by an ODP or nurse
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?
Are there jobs where you can work two 24 hour shifts a week?
Hi..i loved this video.can you tell me what did you study to have this job?
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??
What classes do you actually take in the anesthesiologist program? I can’t find answers anywhere
As a CRNA for over 20 years I just wanted to comment on a well made video.
@Anesthesiasal
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
At my facility, I make the fluids in the morning for all the cases for the day, full check all the machines, set up for all the anesthesiologists, assist with induction, transport and any emergency stuff the anesthesiologist asks for like Art line/central line/hotline, I'll also charge patients and so much more.. from COR to radiology (for peds and adults). Yet I get paid close to nothing. lol
@harvestingseason2725
2 жыл бұрын
And you are a CAA?
@harvestingseason2725
Жыл бұрын
?
@mustang8206
Жыл бұрын
Sounds like you're a tech not an anesthesiologist assistant
beautiful 😍
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 😅😇💗
im starting this job on monday as a nurse. since they we dont have cca or inhalo they going to use nurse. IM SCARED!
Save me save me 💯
@Anesthesiasal
2 жыл бұрын
💜💜💜
I'm a 12th pass out ,should I take bsc in anesthesia or mbbs in order to become aa
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
2 жыл бұрын
27 month program
@ashleygranados92
Жыл бұрын
@@Anesthesiasal where did you go to school?
Hi is this job same as anaesthetic technician ? Please advise .
what wer your scores on the mcat to get accepted or does that not matter as much