Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant Salary and Compensation
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Күн бұрынI'm covering CAA salaries and compensation in this video. I covered four main parts:
1. 1:36 Salary
2. 3:53 Bonus Pay
3. 8:13 PTO
4. 9:31 Retirement
*What I say around the 2:35 mark applies to the job my classmates took in the midwest straight out of school as new graduate CAAs.
A little about me:
I am a NYC native who always had an interest in medicine and pharmacology. I was heavily considering medical school and specializing in anesthesia until I learned more about advance practice providers in anesthesia. I graduated with my masters of medical science in anesthesia in 2021 and have worked two jobs since then as a board certified anesthesiologist assistant. I hope to raise more awareness about this awesome profession through this content. Outside of anesthesia, I am passionate about financial literacy and independence. I also love traveling and have a love/hate relationship with the gym.
I'll be covering schooling next and get into the costs to become a CAA in a later video.
This is not medical advice. New videos are posted sundays. Comment down below for any video requests!
social media:
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0:00 Introduction
0:57 New Graduate Compensation
1:26 Salary, Bonus Income, PTO, Benefits
2:39 Salaries and Location considerations
3:13 My personal considerations
3:52 Bonus Income: Bonuses
5:32 Bonus Income: Overtime
7:04 Bonus Income: Shift Flexibility
7:32 Bonus Income: Working across hospitals
8:40 PTO: my considerations
9:32 Investing and Retirement
10:42 FIRE- Financial Independence Retire Early
11:18 Retirement planning: Hospital Matching
My Etsy shop for my projected budget and repayment plan calculator: www.etsy.com/shop/CAALife?ref...
@noepickrell5350 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for putting this information out there!
@lovellem5768 11 ай бұрын
I am about to be a Senior in High School and you have helped me so much with explaining what a CAA is/does and it’s made me want to pursue it!! Thank you so so much for all of your videos 💗💗
@SirSEY 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve just found your channel and I have to say I found your videos very informative and you earned a sub. Keep up the great work
@mouniabnharrou9804 2 жыл бұрын
I love your videos. I am an RT and I m interested in CAA definitely I want to hear your experience in details and thank you so much for this information. U can’t imagine how this is helpful!! Especially that there is not a lot of content abt CAA!!! ❤️ ❤️
@NickWaddell 2 жыл бұрын
Excited for this. Not much CAA content out there!
@J6Miami 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video!
@kiahofalltrades4034 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing! 🤩💙
@justmythoughtsandopinions2154 Жыл бұрын
Great video very insightful as I never really heard of the profession
@tafarihowe3277 9 ай бұрын
As a respiratory therapist this is so inspirational to me. I know so much about ventilators I can’t wait to figure out what’s next.
@lucerorodriguez3747 2 жыл бұрын
ur page is so helpful!!!!!
@nasayjones3056 2 жыл бұрын
Finally another CAA channel. This is my end goal career so I appreciate the content. Could you please make a video about the schooling? How did you study? Any tip you’d give to get a heads up on things to know well/ focus on before starting the program. Thank you 😊
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, working on second schooling video and I'm incorporating the answers to these questions!
@bluethunder9102 2 жыл бұрын
Great video wish there were more people like you making content on CAA. Have you seen CAA in chronic pain management?
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
Great question, I believe if you paired with physician it would be possible. From my understanding one of the NSU campuses has a rotation in chronic pain management.
@mustang8206 2 жыл бұрын
Currently pre med but I may switch to CAA because of how tempting it is
@luckyjasss8466 9 ай бұрын
I’m an Anesthesia Tech and would love to become an AA one day!
@BrookeInProgress 2 жыл бұрын
This is so helpful! I've been working on going back to school to become a PA and had personally never heard of the CAA profession until today. Now I'm torn. I thought I was set on becoming a PA, but the CAA route is incredibly tempting. I'll need to do more research first, but I may be changing my plans.
@BoogieDownProduction 2 жыл бұрын
Yes def do more research, both routes are VERY different. Make sure you are happy as priority #1. AA was for me but its not for everyone. Shadowing is great experience.
@BrookeInProgress 2 жыл бұрын
@@BoogieDownProduction Thank you! If you don't mind, could you expound on the differences between the two? Any additional info would help me make a decision! (Also, just throwing this out there, if anyone has tips on AA shadowing in Charlotte, NC, I'd appreciate it!)
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
@@BrookeInProgress My roommate is from NC and suggested reaching out to Vidant in Roanoke Rapids, NC. I’ve heard great things about the autonomy there. I'm going to add your questions to my QnA videos.
@veronicasarabia3821 10 ай бұрын
I am exactly thinking the same. I was considering PA until I saw a CAAs video and started searching for more videos until I found CAAlifestyle . And I have been seriously considering this career , I love doing things with my hands .
@bonny-mp6hi 10 ай бұрын
Make sure you do your research before you go to school. Lots of states do not recognize CAA because of their questionable schooling. You never know when the state legislation will change.
@danielcarrillo1745 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Where in the Midwest?
@kayroberts7181 2 жыл бұрын
can you make a video on how to get in and tips and stuff please!!
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
Covering schooling next!
@ibrahimsyed8982 19 күн бұрын
Hello, Thank you so much for sharing insights on CAA profession. I am a foreign Pharmacy graduate currently working for CRO would like to learn more about CAA schooling. Please provide additional information on CAA schooling for people who already have Bachelors degree in Science field. Thank you in advance.
@harvestingseason2725 2 жыл бұрын
Cool video, what is the demand like for this career field? Do you feel you didn't had a problem finding a job after gradutaion? Thx
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
I'll address my experience in a video soon! I made a Q&A video already that cover this as well
@cameroncooper248 2 жыл бұрын
That was an awesome video! Do CAAs that specialize make more like MDs do?
@cameroncooper248 2 жыл бұрын
I would love a follow up video in the future showing what experienced CAAs in the industry make compared to new grads, as well as what leadership opportunities there are for them to advance into, then what those jobs look wise task and pay wise. Again great job and you present yourself well!
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
this is hospital dependent.
@allshortsinoneshot7821 Жыл бұрын
Hello. Can you please make a video, highlighting the basic requirements to opt this program for the students from Asia and middle eastern countries? Thankyou.
@freeslavemind 21 күн бұрын
Came here just to find out info but fell in love!!!!!! 😍
@callmecheese1 Жыл бұрын
Could you talk about locum work eventually? I'm curious how that works in the CAA profession
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
yes, absolutely!
@jamessudbury6943 17 күн бұрын
So how does OT work? Is it a set hourly rate at 1.5x your calculated hourly rate? Just confused as to whether you’re paid salary or hourly
@superbang2pm Жыл бұрын
Which CAA program did you go to? :)
@Photoboothlegends 2 жыл бұрын
Can you tell me about scheduling do you work mostly nights or days I have a family and don’t won’t to do nights?
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
I work mostly days. Working nights is hospital dependent.
@SharK0913 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video! I’m researching CAA as a potential career path and looking into programs. Is there a ranking of programs in terms of job placement rates and general effectiveness in preparing their students to excel professionally?
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
great question, I'll add this to my next Q&A!
@anthonyp2883 2 жыл бұрын
I’m in high school and would like to know if you think CAA’s will ever be able to practice in all states since I don’t want to limit myself to living in the Midwest and east coast.
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
Utah introduced CAA legistalure this week. Definitely more to come!
@Agonized_Soul Жыл бұрын
Fellow Anthony, I was wondering the same thing as I live in NY, not sure if I wanna move
@Vince-H Жыл бұрын
Hi! Question, are you paid for all hours spent "on-call" in the state of Florida, even if you're not called in during that shift? Is this state dependent?
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
Hey! I covered my compensation on call in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j9uVjdh4rduwdqc.html
@mikehernandez9140 Жыл бұрын
Do you allow prospective students to shadow you? I live in Florida and I am interested in applying in the 2024 cycle.
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
Message me on instagram for info!
@ghouseazam8743 2 жыл бұрын
I had just completed my 3 years of graduation in anesthesia. Can i get a job offer in florida ? I have no work experience
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
The AA masters program in the US would still need to be completed.
@Drbushra232 9 ай бұрын
Which country is having a lots of scope of CAA jobs
@taylorskyblue9413 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this helpful video! About the CAA jobs in the Midwest, were they at VA hospitals? I read on Reddit that the VA hospitals pay CAA the salary of anesthesiology techs in those states (greyed out states), so I'm worried about the truth about job security and pay. Sorry, I am so confused, and I'm new to CAA and would really appreciate your help and clarification.
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
Those jobs were not in the VA. I'll be doing a video soon on my jobs. You can check gasworks for AA postings and salaries. And according to the AAAA average starting salary is 150k.
@taylorskyblue9413 2 жыл бұрын
@@CAALifestyle thank you so much for the reply, I know your job is busy so I appreciate it! Thank you for directing me to gasworks! I can't seem to find that any openings in the DC area. Does that area historically have very few openings for AA overall?
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
@@taylorskyblue9413 I'll cover this more in my video!
@ibrahimsyed8982 19 күн бұрын
Hello, Thank you so much for providing more insights on CAA profession. I am a foreign Pharmacy graduate currently working for CRO would like to know more about CAA schooling. Please share additional information on this. Thank you in advance.
@ap1038 2 жыл бұрын
Can you share what the average MCAT and GRE score is needed to get into school?
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
Yes planning on going through the schooling requirements next!
@ap1038 2 жыл бұрын
@@CAALifestyle how many days u need usually for classes and clinicals? And can you work during program?
@msheehandub 10 ай бұрын
22% match?!?!? Holy moly!
@mogeshailu6087 Жыл бұрын
I am very interested on your videos, is bsc anesthesia an international degree?
@mickypazzo Жыл бұрын
It is a masters degree Moges.
@jacobwilliams5271 2 жыл бұрын
The average for new grads nowadays is probably around 180k.
@Agonized_Soul Жыл бұрын
That’s incredible for an AA
@s.fraser5221 Жыл бұрын
Just remember u cannot work in every state. Just keep that in mind...
@adityashah413 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing, how does salary change if you make it to 'Chief AA'? If so, by how much?
@CAALifestyle 11 ай бұрын
I'm not sure what the policies are across all hospitals, but I know my chief gets extra pay.
@VegasBugs Жыл бұрын
This is fantastic and if I had even known about it as an option, I would have done it 20 years ago. Mid 40s would maybe not be with it to start this. 6 years of school, 52 years old, $200k in student loans, i would have 15 years to make money. Is it worth it? Can I work and go to school or is school too demanding?
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e5yKqrOfx9TFd5c.html I answered my thoughts on working during school. It's an extremely personal decision to make. Best of luck :)
@Nola1176 4 ай бұрын
I'm 48 and considering this. Yes, it's still worth it at your age. I mean, what's the alternative? Even at 52, take 2 years to live frugally and pay the loans off while maxing out your 401k and ira. Then once loans are paid off just save and invest . When you turn 60, after 8 years of banking the salary you'll be a multimillionaire. The way I think of it is the years are going to pass no matter what. Do I want to spend the next 5 to 10 years in my current situation and hoping for the best or do I want to alien's that time optimizing my situation in a high paying job? I'm seriously considering this career pivot. It's going to shake up my entire life but the feeling that it will be worth it is so strong. Good luck.
@Kencan254 Жыл бұрын
Please compare CRNA Vs CAA compensation.
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
I cover some of that here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iNBmkpaW0d-4mYk.html
@sanjeevky Жыл бұрын
can you make video for international student for master in anesthesia assistant ?
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
I will add it to my list of topics to cover :)
@internetgirl3099 4 ай бұрын
Is it easy to find CAA jobs in D.C? I wonder if people can even live in NYC and take the train to commute to DC if they only work 2 days a week
@CAALifestyle 4 ай бұрын
Im currently commuting back and forth to NY. I believe there are around 5-6 hospitals in DC, which employ CAAs.
@laminjawo5586 Жыл бұрын
I don’t mind taking the GRE or the MCAT. My problem is how to get that 8 to 16 hours of shadowing.
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
Message me on instagram if you're interested in shadowing in the Tampa region!
@laminjawo5586 Жыл бұрын
@@CAALifestyle I will thank you
@fayrozash2430 Жыл бұрын
@@CAALifestyle Hi I’m in the Tampa region and really need some shadowing experience as I want to apply this summer
@JacobSensenig-co2ks Жыл бұрын
Hey Chabely I love the videos and information you give! I am curious about the mobility of anesthesiologist assistant’s? Are there pay raises each year, promotions, or can AA’s become partners of a surgery center and buy into them like physicians sometimes do?
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
Hi, I cover more on finances in this playlist. There have been increases within the past years but there is a general ceiling. People pick up overtime though and can make more if they wish. I also see no reason why someone can't become a partner if they have the opportunity and resources to do so. kzfaq.info/sun/PLnA73D8ZlTdtQhzz_6DZVxJwlMyOabTbG my video about overtime: studio.kzfaq.infoYueZuGHuLFs/edit
@jonewilliam 7 ай бұрын
I am from India, i am a bachelor of anesthesia technology. I have 2 years experience. How to apply in USA. How to come. Please guide to me please..
@saramohammad6241 Ай бұрын
When i found the exam sample for anesthesia technician in usa
@saramohammad6241 Ай бұрын
When i found the exam sample for anesthesia technician
@user-wo8mq2hh6e 9 ай бұрын
If you wanted to stay in NYC, would you have been able to? I heard that AA's are not allowed to practice in NY, but is that true?
@CAALifestyle 9 ай бұрын
Check out my practice map for more info: caa-state-practice-map.streamlit.app CAAs can work in NYC through the VA but the compensation is very different!
@user-wo8mq2hh6e 6 ай бұрын
@@CAALifestyle Could you do a video about your practice map and break down how the compensation would be different if you were to practice in a state that does not allow CAAs? Love your videos btw! :)
@CAALifestyle 6 ай бұрын
@@user-wo8mq2hh6e I have heard the compensation would be half of the pay in private practice. I have never looked into it very much so I’m not sure what it is! And thank you!
@karkit1601 Жыл бұрын
i completed msc anesthesia in india can i get job offer in Florida
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
It must be completed in the US!
@lisettediazdeleon3715 Жыл бұрын
I know CAAs need supervision, but do they do the same things as a CRNA? 😊
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
I talk about that in this video :) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d7h1pLqoy-Dbdok.html
@eslamM6 Жыл бұрын
I’m an anesthesia technician and icu with 2years diploma from Egypt how can i work in usa?pls
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
Hi, this is a different profession but I wish you the best of luck with your journey!
@kkp9829 2 жыл бұрын
Do you know which states CAAs are allowed to work in?
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
I'm going to make a video on this subject.
@mustang8206 2 жыл бұрын
Google it
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d7h1pLqoy-Dbdok.html I have a map of the states in this video!
@johnmunyanganyi6757 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your enlightenment....am looking for anaesthetic assistant vacancy..any vacancy
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
there are positions after completing the masters program in the US
@johnmunyanganyi6757 Жыл бұрын
@@CAALifestyle...can I advance...how do I apply plz
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
@@johnmunyanganyi6757 I have a video about pre-requisites here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fNybZ6V2r5mxoo0.html
@tianathorney3451 2 жыл бұрын
Can an AA become an doctor afterwards? also after getting my bachelors degree can I work and then go back for the masters degree?
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
NSU is starting a doctorate program for CAAs. There are also CAAs that decide to pursue medical school after working as APPs. All AA schools are currently master level degrees to become a CAA. There are people with many backgrounds and varying lengths of time from graduating with a bachelor's degree and starting AA school.
@kkp9829 2 жыл бұрын
@@CAALifestyle Are there any links with more information about the NSU doctorate program for CAAs?
@kumarshah5482 Жыл бұрын
Loved your videos. What are gpa requirements for this program at NSU? If you are stem major but have not completed all pre req courses, n don’t want to take a gap year, is possible to straight go to this after undergrad?
@RobertLupo 2 ай бұрын
How does a CAA differ from a CRNA?
@CAALifestyle 2 ай бұрын
Check out my CRNA comparisons playlist!
@bharathreddy2330 Жыл бұрын
bsc (ott) student can egiable for CAA
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
This post covers more information on international students: instagram.com/p/CtG3UZyO_tW/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
@marathongirl1000 4 ай бұрын
I'm thinking about going the AA route. I am a nurse and unfortunately the CRNA route is packed with too much racism, ageism, and over all nurse abuse and baggage.
@bluethunder9102 2 жыл бұрын
What non clinical jobs can a CAA get? Chief anesthetist? Ceo? Etc
@kkp9829 2 жыл бұрын
Following
@CAALifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
yes those are possible. In terms of CEO I know of someone who started an anesthesia staffing company.
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
Answered this question in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qMumqcxqs9y1cpc.html
@premchandu5269 Жыл бұрын
Hi mam iam a student of bsc anesthisia now,, can u help me plz, I have lot of questions about this course
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
let me know your questions and I'll do my best to answer them!
@premchandu5269 Жыл бұрын
1.scope is there or not in this anesthisia Techishian course? 2.wht the process to become a anesthesiologist assistant? 3.wht about the salery pakages in this field ? 4.where r u working now? And how much salery u r getting now? mam plz tell me the answers, iam from India , my name is prem chandu
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
@@premchandu5269 pre-req video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fNybZ6V2r5mxoo0.html job security video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hLhgYLCTqb6qlZc.html my financial journey: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/itBgftOGydKvZas.html
@premchandu5269 Жыл бұрын
Tqsm mam, u helped a lot to me, u r way of explanation was sooo gud keep rocking mam,,,,,, now where u living and doing job mam? Sry for wasting u r time 🙅♂️
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
@@premchandu5269 No problem, I work in Florida.
@mike112693 Жыл бұрын
Its insane how much CAAs make. literally more than some docs lmao
@CAALifestyle Жыл бұрын
It's been a hidden gem of the medical field. But financially it probably comes down to the amount of procedures done with anesthesia.
@sammitchelle307 8 ай бұрын
This is absolutely RIDICULOUS!
@Kencan254 5 ай бұрын
Whereas I agree with you that the time value of money works in favour of CAA, I still think that being a physician is more financially rewarding because an anesthesiologist can make nearly a million dollars per year: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nq5-iNKImJ3Tip8.html At 26, you have time to be a physician.
@CAALifestyle 5 ай бұрын
According to white coat investor, the average is closer to 450,000 in terms of an anesthesiologist's salary. I know physicians who did NOT match into anesthesiology given how competitive it is. There are many reasons why I believe being a CAA is a great financial decision. Check out my community post "An underrated benefit of becoming a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant: Investing on an Expedited Timeline" in which I cover this topic in more depth.
@MrTimetravler 7 ай бұрын
thanks for the post! i am 44 years old and no nothing about Anesthesiologist or Anesthesiologist assistant. All i know that it pay's very well what would i have to do to get in this job field? i am in texas
@CAALifestyle 7 ай бұрын
Check out my Pre AA school Playlist kzfaq.info/sun/PLnA73D8ZlTds6fc4l_ZnxPuqYJdinPmz7&si=VBo4YOy1Q1dxQHoF
@saramohammad6241 Ай бұрын
When i found the exam sample for anesthesia technician
@saramohammad6241 Ай бұрын
When i found the exam sample for anesthesia technician
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