Anesthesia technology focuses on fundamental and advanced clinical procedures which assist the anesthesia provider in the safe and efficient care of patients under anesthesia. Cognitive abilities involve knowledge of anatomy/physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and principles of anesthesia technology. Additionally, independent judgement is required for rapid response to quickly changing circumstances in the patient care environment. Anesthesia Technologists work under the direction of an anesthesia provider as a vital member of the anesthesia care team. Anesthesia Technologists are proficient in the acquisition, preparation, and application of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care as well as professionalism in patient and staff interactions.<br><br>Anesthesia technologists may work in a variety of clinical settings including hospital operating rooms, interventional and diagnostic radiology, labor and delivery units, intensive care units, emergency rooms, outpatient procedure suites, and ambulatory surgery centers.