General Surgeon Jobs in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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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Physician / Surgery - General / Oklahoma / Locum tenens / OK - Locums

  • Laguna Beach, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Dates: now open and ongoing, see below September 23rd - September 29thOctober 7 -October 13October 21 -October 27- 156-bed, acute-care facility-full service surgery center, offering the safest environment...

Physician / Surgery - General / North Dakota / Permanent / $100k Sign

  • Laguna Beach, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Now seeking a 2017or experienced BE/BC General Surgeon for A State-of-The-Art Clinic in A Suburban Midwest Community With An Airport!ASC and EndoSuite In House!...

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

  • Laguna Beach, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We are home to the area's largest intensive care unit as well as a surgery center and wound care clinic....

Physician / Surgery - General / California / Locum tenens / General

  • Laguna Beach, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The locum tenens General Surgery opportunity in California:-Location: Northern California-Duration: Periodic Call Coverage/Vacation Coverage-Dates Needed: September 23, 2019- September 30, 2019 (Future...

USCIS Civil Surgeons

  • Mission Viejo, CA (4 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (4 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Practice, or Internal Medicine (w/ER or UC experience) Excellent communicator with staff, patients, and family Professional appearance and attitude Active and current medical licensure in the state...

General Surgeon Independent 1099

  • Placentia, CA (22 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Placentia, CA (22 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Concentra, one of the largest health care companies in the nation, is looking for a general surgeon to come on site to our location as a 1099 independent contractor....

Health Sciences Clinical Professor & Clinical X Series - Orthopaedic Hand & Upper Extremity Surgeon

  • Orange, CA (18 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Orange, CA (18 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 17 days ago

surgery, teaching, service, and creative professional activities will be prioritized....

Health Sciences Clinical Professor & Clinical X Series - Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

  • Orange, CA (18 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Orange, CA (18 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Criteria for the Professor of Clinical "X" Series: The incumbent must have demonstrated capabilities in the specialty of spinal surgery; notable research in spinal surgery, teaching, service, and creative...

Physician Thoracic Surgeon Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 18 days ago

The Department of Surgery, Division of Thoracic Surgery, is seeking a board certified or eligible Thoracic Surgeon with training in advanced oncologic thoracic surgery to meet the needs of our growing...

General Surgeon

  • Fullerton, CA (23 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (23 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Colorectal, Upper GI, Endocrinology and Hepatobiliary Surgery. * Must be board-certified in General Surgery * Experienced general surgeon or fellowship trained new graduate * Robotics experience and...

Surgeon Job at Provider Solutions + Development in California

  • Orange, CA (18 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Orange, CA (18 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Must be board-certified in General Surgery Experienced general surgeon or fellowship trained new graduate Robotics experience and training is required Position eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness...

Physician General Surgeons (Acute Care Surgeons encouraged to apply) Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Highlights: We are seeking General Surgeons (Acute Care Surgeons are also encouraged to apply) who will provide patient-centered care in collaboration with an established team of world class...

Thoracic Surgeon - Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

TheDepartment of Surgery, Division of Thoracic Surgery, is seeking a board certified or eligible Thoracic Surgeon with training in advanced oncologic thoracic surgery to meet the needs of our growing...

Demographic Data for Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

This is the average annual salary for General Surgeon jobs in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA as reported by the BLS.

$377,740


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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 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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