General Surgeon Jobs in Elk Grove, CA

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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California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS)

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

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

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

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Physician And Surgeon, Correctional Facility (Internal Med/Family Practice)

  • State of California
  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 6 days ago

Physician & Surgeon, Correctional Facility (Internal Medicine/ Family Practice) $150.18 starting hourly rate (Lifetime Board Certified) $158.11 starting hourly rate (Time-Limited Board Certified) $142.30...

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Physician, General Surgery, Hernia/Abdominal Wall Reconstruction Surgery

  • Sutter Health
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Opportunity Information Sutter Medical Group (SMG) seeks to hire a BE/BC General Surgeon to join our dynamic team in LOCATION, CA....

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General Surgeon

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Folsom, CA (17 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (17 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Surgery Minimum of 2+ years post training general surgical experience preferred Excellent clinical and surgical skills with a strong understanding of general surgery conditions Exceptional communication...

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UC Davis Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

  • University of California, Davis Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 17 days ago

(or equivalent degree), have completed an approved Orthopaedic Surgery residency program, be board certified or eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery and be a fellowship-trained in Orthopaedic Spine Surgery...

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Surgery - General

  • Delta Companies
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 20 days ago

- General (GS) Bread & Butter General Surgery Cases plus Endoscopy and Laparoscopic procedures, Appendectomy, Cholecystectomy, and Lap Hernia Repairs. 24-hour Emergency Services at both locations Surgery...

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Physician & Surgeon

  • CPS HR Consulting (Client Recruitments)
  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 30+ days ago

California Correctional Health Care Services Physician & Surgeon (Internal Medicine/Family Practice [IM/FP]) Annual Salary: $355,680 (Time-Limited Board Certified) $337,872 (Lifetime Board Certified...

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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

  • UC Davis College of Engineering
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The UC Davis Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is the premier surgical service provider in the greater Sacramento region and beyond and is based on the UC Davis Health campus in Sacramento, CA....

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Demographic Data for Elk Grove, CA

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Elk Grove, CA

This is the average annual salary for General Surgeon jobs in Elk Grove, CA as reported by the BLS.

$308,430


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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Elk Grove, CA 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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