General Surgeon Jobs in Woodridge, IL

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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Thoracic Surgeon, Director of Lung Health Center,

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

surgery with a focus on thoracic oncology and lung cancer surgery. - Expertise in minimally invasive and precision-guided lung-sparing surgical techniques. - Strong track record of research in clinical...

Thoracic Surgeon, Director of Lung Rescue Program,

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

in Thoracic Surgery....

Vascular or General Surgeon

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications: Must be board certified in Vascular Surgery, General Surgery, or other relevant specialties. Must hold an unrestricted medical license and DEA (or obtain them before starting)....

Thoracic Surgeon, Director of Lung Rescue Program, Associate or Assistant Professor

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 6 days ago

in Thoracic Surgery....

Thoracic Surgeon, Clinician Educator (Lung Procurement, ECMO, and ex vivo lung perfusion)

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 6 days ago

certified in Thoracic Surgery....

Breast Surgeon (Multispecialty Group) - Schaumburg, IL

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 7 days ago

With access to more than 1,200 partner providers across 50+ specialties, six ambulatory surgery centers, comprehensive ambulatory services including imaging, laboratory services, physical and occupational...

Cardiac Surgeons, Clinical Associates #SUR179

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 12 days ago

The University of Chicago's Department of Surgery, Section of Cardiac Surgery, seeks Clinical Associates at 100% effort for renewable terms of up to three years....

Oral Surgeon

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Full-Time or Part-Time | Partnership Potential Smile Jobs has been exclusively retained by a premier independent oral surgery practice seeking to add a board-certified or board-eligible Oral Surgeon...

Temporary/Durable MCS, Heart Failure and Transplantation Cardiac Surgeons #SUR166 - 155000-3800

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 13 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: **Description** The University of Chicago\'s Department of Surgery, Section of Cardiac Surgery, seeks full-time faculty members at any rank...

Oral Surgeon Needed!

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Proven proficiency in a broad range of oral surgery procedures Strong communication and patient-centered care skills Commitment to clinical excellence and lifelong learning What We Offer Competitive...

Physician - General Surgery

  • Olympia Fields, IL (23 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Olympia Fields, IL (23 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Ideal candidate will be dedicated to general surgery and enjoy operating, have experience in past or present hospital rounding, and have a focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction....

Physician - Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgeon - Chicago Suburbs (Aurora)

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Board eligibility or certification in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. Fellowship trained in head and neck surgery desired....

Total Joint Replacement Surgeon

  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 26 days ago

Total Joint Replacement Surgeon Geneva, Elgin, Algonquin and Barrington Illinois Fox Valley Orthopaedic Associates is a well established private practice providing excellent community care in the...

Spine Surgeon Telecommute Medical Review

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 26 days ago

Overview Are you an accomplished Board Certified Spine Surgeon or Board Certified Neurosurgeon? Candidates must have a IL license. Are you passionate about your work/life balance? We are seeking...

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Oral Surgeon

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Woodridge, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Perform a range of oral surgery procedures including: Surgical extractions Dental implant placement Bone grafting Diagnose and evaluate oral and maxillofacial conditions Create...

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Woodridge, IL

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

$334,950


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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Woodridge, IL 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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