General Surgeon Jobs

A General Surgeon is a highly skilled professional in the medical field who specializes in performing various types of surgeries on patients. Their role encompasses diagnosing patients, determining the need for surgery, performing surgical procedures, and providing postoperative care. They may also conduct research and teach surgical procedures to medical students and residents. A general surgeon might perform a broad range of surgical procedures in various areas of the body, including the gastrointestinal tract, breast, skin, and soft tissues among others.

Before becoming a General Surgeon, individuals typically start as Medical Students, before advancing to Residency in General Surgery and potentially a Fellowship in a surgical specialty. Essential skills for this profession include manual dexterity, physical stamina, and a good ability to handle stress. Additionally, they must have keen attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills. Certification from the American Board of Surgery or equivalent is typically required, ensuring the surgeon has met specific educational, training, and professional standards. Ongoing education is also crucial in this role due to the constantly evolving nature of medical knowledge and surgical techniques.

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Board certification in General Surgery and BLS certification are mandatory requirements along with an active Kentucky license for this assignment....

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California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS)

Physician & Surgeon ( Internal Medicine / Family Practice [ IM / FP ] )

  • California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS)
  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Job title: Physician & Surgeon (Internal Medicine/Family Practice [IM/FP]) Ready to get off the HMO Treadmill?...

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The facility maintains dedicated inpatient and operating room capabilities to support a broad range of general surgery cases....

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Essential experience includes esophageal surgery and cancer treatment procedures including lung cancer surgery, lung cancer treatments, and robotic bronchoscopy....

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The average daily census is 15 patients, with an average of 0 to 5 general surgery patients per 24-hour call period....

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The facility focuses on delivering general surgery services with appropriate resources for both inpatient and outpatient surgical cases....

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The position requires board certification in General Surgery with prescriptive authority essential for independent surgical decision-making....

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About the Clinician's Workday The clinician will provide comprehensive general surgery services with 24-hour call coverage for inpatient settings....

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The position requires board certification in General Surgery and involves maintaining quality patient care throughout the assignment period....

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Surgery - General

  • Delta Companies
  • Bellevue, NE
  • 23 hours ago
  • Bellevue, NE
  • 23 hours ago

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Surgery - General (GS) $550,000 Salary Guarantee (never shifts to production) $100,000 sign-on-bonus/relocation $200,000 Student Loan Assistance $ Comprehensive Benefits: 7...

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Surgery - General Physician

  • Southeast Physician Search, Inc.
  • Tennessee Ridge, TN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Tennessee Ridge, TN
  • 7 hours ago

Hospital employed opportunity 90 minutes north of Memphis. 10 days of call per month. Bead and butter opportungy, Excellent income package, including malpractice, relocation, and signing bonus....

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Surgery - General Physician

  • McLaren Medical Group
  • Lansing, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 7 hours ago

Residencies include family medicine, internal medicine, orthopedic surgery, general surgery, anesthesiology, and obstetrics/gynecology....

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Surgery - General Physician

  • StaffMD
  • Tennessee Ridge, TN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Tennessee Ridge, TN
  • 7 hours ago

StaffMD has a client needing a Physician remotely for a Men's Clinic in Tennessee. Any specialty is acceptable.Any SpecialtyTennessee Medical LicenseTelemedicine Consultation15 Minute...

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who will also serve as the Chair of Pathology, Oakland University Willian Beaumont School of Medicine (OUWB), and as the Surgeon-in-Chief, William Beaumont University Hospital (WBUH) and Chair of Surgery...

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs Nationwide

This is the average annual salary for General Surgeon jobs nationwide as reported by the BLS.

$371,280


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Surgeon positions.



Highest Education Level

General Surgeons offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
61.9%
Bachelor's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
10.6%
High School or GED
5.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
Some High School
0.9%



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