General Surgeon Jobs in Apopka, FL

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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Pediatric Surgeon Opportunity in Downtown Orlando, Florida

  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Completion of an ACGME or AOA General Surgery residency and Pediatric Surgery fellowship Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Pediatric Surgery and General Surgery Unrestricted...

Breast Surgeon - Adventhealth East Orlando

  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 8 days ago

OverviewAdventHealth Medical Group Breast Surgery is seeking a dynamic and experienced board-certified general surgeon with fellowship training in breast surgery to extend access to the East Orlando...

Surgery - General Physician

  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 12 days ago

General Surgeon needed in Central, FL Join a premier university health system in Central FL. They are recruiting for a B/E or B/C General Surgeon for a traditional practice....

Surgery - General Physician. Job in Leesburg Gr8Jobs

  • Leesburg, FL (21 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Leesburg, FL (21 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 17 days ago

General Surgery opening in FloridaLocated in Leesburg, FL - Orlando 45m, Tampa 80mFull-time, permanent positionEmployedSeeking BC/BEOverview:Experienced and recent graduates welcomeCompetitive CompensationUp...

Plastic and Reconstructive Microsurgeon - AdventHealth Orlando

  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 22 days ago

AdventHealth has a vision for a physician led Plastic Surgery program spanning various regions....

Breast Surgeon Opportunity in Central Florida

  • Clermont, FL (17 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clermont, FL (17 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Fellowship-trained in breast surgery or fellowship-trained in surgical oncology with an interest/expertise in breast cancer....

General Surgery Physician

  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Description Specialization: Surgery General Job Summary: HCA Florida Poinciana Hospital is seeking an experienced General Surgeon to join a well-established practice....

Physician - General Surgery

  • Orange City, FL (22 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orange City, FL (22 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

General surgery clinic is located adjacent to the family medicine clinic along with radiology. Typical schedule for general surgeons is two weeks on / one week off with four months off per year....

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Apopka, FL

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

$371,280


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Apopka, FL offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
62.0%
Bachelor's Degree
14.7%
Master's Degree
10.9%
High School or GED
5.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Some High School
0.9%



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