General Surgeon Jobs in Colorado

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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Surgery - General Physician

  • Integrity Locums
  • Colorado City, CO
  • 20 hours ago
  • Colorado City, CO
  • 20 hours ago

Coverage Needed ASAP - ongoing Schedule 7am - 7am Call and clinic coverage needed Dates needing coverage: Jul 3-9, 2024 Jul 26-30, 2024 Aug 2-5, 2024 Aug 22- Sept 10-16, 2024 Dec 23-30, 2024...

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General Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient and ER in Colorado

  • LocumTenens.com
  • Hartsel, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Hartsel, CO
  • 5 days ago

About the Clinician's Workday The clinician will provide comprehensive general surgery services with 24-hour call coverage for inpatient and emergency room settings at a Level III trauma facility....

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Surgery - General Physician

  • VISTA Staffing Solutions
  • Longmont, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Longmont, CO
  • 6 days ago

Are you a General Surgery physician searching for your next locum tenens opportunity? This position with one of VISTA's healthcare partners in Colorado might be the perfect fit for you!...

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General Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Colorado

  • LocumTenens.com
  • Hartsel, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Hartsel, CO
  • 6 days ago

Primary responsibilities include performing full scope general surgery procedures, managing emergency surgical consultations, and maintaining continuous availability for surgical emergencies....

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Physician General Surgery PRN Position

  • Colorado Permanente Medical Group
  • Denver, CO
  • 22 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 22 days ago

surgeon to support the Colorado Regional Offices in Denver, Colorado....

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General Surgeon

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Durango, CO
  • 28 days ago
  • Durango, CO
  • 28 days ago

It is recognized for excellence in orthopedic and spine surgery and for outstanding patient experience and patient safety....

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General Surgeon Job Two weeks a month E. Colorado-close to NE and KS

  • Jackson Physician Search
  • CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • CO
  • 30+ days ago

Build a General Surgery program in a family-friendly community and enjoy all that Colorado offers during your time off. Low cost of living and no traffic!...

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Surgery - General Surgery

  • VISTA Staffing
  • Durango, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durango, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details: Are you a General Surgery physician searching for your next exciting locum tenens opportunity?...

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PRN General Surgeon

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • CO
  • 60+ days ago

Our board-certified physicians specialize in emergency medicine, internal medicine, urology, bariatric services, obstetrics/gynecology services, general surgery, orthopedic surgery and osteopathic treatment...

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Breast Microsurgeon - Open Rank - Assistant, Associate, Professor

  • University of Colorado
  • Aurora, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Candidates must have completed an approved Plastic Surgery residency program and be certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery....

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Breast Surgeon

  • Valley View Hospital
  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 90+ days ago

Surgeon with breast fellowship training or significant breast surgery experience Commitment to patient-centered, community-based care Interest in multidisciplinary collaboration and longitudinal practice...

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Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon

  • Boulder Centre for Orthopedics
  • Broomfield, CO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Broomfield, CO
  • 90+ days ago

Long-standing, physician-led, private practice Built-in referral base with high surgical volume Two state-of-the-art locations with MRI, CT, DME, Physical & Occupational Therapy Two ambulatory surgery...

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Demographic Data for Colorado

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Colorado

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

$371,280


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Colorado 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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