General Surgeon Jobs in Tempe, AZ

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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Physician / Surgery - General / Arizona / Permanent / Phoenix Arizona

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 19 hours ago

Our client near Phoenix is seeking a Thoracic Surgeon to become a part of their Cardiology team focusing on non-cardiac thoracic surgery....

Physician / Surgery - General / Arizona / Permanent / USE YOUR

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 19 hours ago

As a general surgeon and officer on the U.S....

Physician / Surgery - General / Arizona / Permanent / New Phoenix

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Surgeon to join their team.Benefits too numerous to cite all: Reputation for Outstanding Leadership, Innovation and Dedication National Award Winning Physicians Affiliation with a University Health...

MD / Surgery - General Job in Phoenix, Arizona / Permanent

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

As a general surgeon and officer on the U.S....

Physician / Surgery - General / Arizona / Locum tenens / Telemedicine

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Quivvy Tech is currently hiring telemedicine physicians!Quivvy Tech is the fastest growing national telemedicine network in the U.S. We have a triage call center where all patients are...

Physician / Surgery - General / Arizona / Locum tenens / General

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

General Surgery opportunity in eastern AZ town near beautiful lake and mountains. Practice in a modern and clean healthcare facility in a pleasant and friendly community....

Physician / Surgery - General / Arizona / Permanent / General Surgeon

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

General Surgery opportunity in eastern AZ town near beautiful lake and mountains. Practice in a modern and clean healthcare facility in a pleasant and friendly community....

Surgery - General Physician

  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 5 days ago

COLORECTAL SURGICAL ONCOLOGIST BANNER MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER, PHOENIX, AZ The Division of Surgery at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center (BMDACC) is actively recruiting for a Surgical Oncologist with...

Physician / Surgery - General / Arizona / Permanent / Vascular Surgeon Job. Job in Phoenix Gr8Jobs

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 14 days ago

Surgery....

Thoracic Surgeon POS14737

  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 16 days ago

The Section of Thoracic Surgery is also committed to education with programs for medical students, residents, and advanced practice providers....

Oral Surgeon

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 20 days ago

Qualifications We'll need you to provide: Current Dental License for the state you wish to practice Oral Surgery Certificate from an accredited U.S....

Otolaryngologist/Head & Neck Surgeon

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 20 days ago

OTOLARYNGOLOGIST/HEAD & NECK SURGEON Phoenix, Arizona The Department of Surgery of District Medical Group (DMG) has an immediate practice opportunity for General Otolaryngologist....

Thoracic Surgeon Job at Banner Health in Gilbert, AZ

  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 21 days ago

The Section of Thoracic Surgery is also committed to education with programs for medical students, residents, and advanced practice providers....

Oral Surgeon Partner

  • Glendale, AZ (18 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Glendale, AZ (18 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago

Our elite team of Oral Surgeons at Southwest Oral Surgery are seeking an exceptional oral surgeon partner in Arizona dedicated to providing world-class patient care and outcomes in Glendale....

Thoracic Surgeon Job at HonorHealth in Phoenix/Scottsdale, AZ

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago

100% Thoracic Surgery Position HONORHEALTH Scottsdale, AZ Wonderful opportunity to join the HonorHealth Heart and Lung Surgical Team with a rapidly growing 100% Thoracic Surgery Program....

Demographic Data for Tempe, AZ

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Tempe, AZ

This is the average annual salary for General Surgeon jobs in Tempe, AZ as reported by the BLS.

$419,290


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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Tempe, AZ offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
62.0%
Bachelor's Degree
14.8%
Master's Degree
10.8%
High School or GED
5.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Some High School
0.9%



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