Begin Certification
Earn your certification through a series of exams: BASIC, ADVANCED and APPLIED.
Continue Certification
Sharpen your knowledge and advance your practice through MOCA.
Training Programs
Prepare for certification exams through a variety of training options.
About
Setting standards and leading innovation for the practice of anesthesiology since 1938
The American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) is one of 24 member boards comprising the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), all committed to serving our patients, families and communities.
As the certifying body for anesthesiologists since 1938, our team of dedicated anesthesiologist volunteers and staff administer initial and subspecialty certification assessments as well as our continuing certification program, which promotes lifelong learning, a commitment to quality clinical outcomes and patient safety.
Our team is committed to our mission of advancing the highest standards of the practice of anesthesiology.
Explore our open positions, and get to know the ABA
The ABA has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Raleigh/Durham area by the Triangle Business Journal. We offer positive and satisfying career opportunities at an organization that values staff and their commitment to our mission.
Care
We care for one another and all those we serve.
Respect
We lead with respect and celebrate our differences.
Collaboration
We learn from each other and share in our success.
Service
We demonstrate a commitment to service in everything we do and we continually exhibit a customer service culture.
Reliability
We demonstrate dependability as individuals and employees for our own actions and their consequences, and for the performance of our duties and functions. We are trustworthy in all that we do.
Adaptability
We demonstrate flexibility in rapidly changing conditions. We do what it takes to adjust our approach and shift our priorities to meet the needs of our constituents.
The ABA offers employees:
Culture first
To foster a strong and supportive culture at the ABA, our culture committee regularly organizes fun and collaborative events designed to grow relationships and add joy to our work environment.
Commitment to diversity
The ABA Board of Directors and leadership team are committed to promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We’re a growing, diverse team, and our differences are our strengths. Learn more about our DEI initiative.
Benefits designed for you
We want to ensure that you are supported in both work and outside of it with comprehensive benefits that let you plan your future. At The ABA, we invest in you through our Total Rewards Program.
Jennifer Hopp is the ABA’s Senior Human Resources Manager. She is here to help answer any questions you might have about working at the ABA or career opportunities. She looks forward to connecting with you.
OUR AWARDS
Our Board has received national acknowledgments for our commitment to excellence in employee enrichment and success, and for creating a culture that strongly values staff’s dedication to providing high-quality service to our physician constituents.
Read our staff testimonials
