General Surgeon Jobs in South Dakota

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

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 hours ago

Our client located near Sioux Falls, South Dakota is seeking a General Surgeon to join their team....

Pediatric General Surgeon Is Needed for Locums Coverage in SD

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 14 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 14 days ago

Quick Facts 24-hour on-call coverage Average of 6 patient care hours per day No clinic patients only call coverage 7-day call shifts Orientation provided Description CompHealth exists to make the...

Physician - General Surgery

  • Alcester, SD
  • 16 days ago
  • Alcester, SD
  • 16 days ago

Location IA, Sheldon Specialty General Surgery Visas Accepted N/A Practice Details Sanford Clinic Sheldon is seeking to add a full-time BE/BC General Surgeon. * Join an active staff of family physicians...

Abdominal Transplant Surgeon Opening in Sioux Falls, SD

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 24 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 24 days ago

Highly compensated, employed position, with large sign-on bonus Position Qualifications: Completion of General Surgery Residency Program Board Certified (B/C) in General Surgery Completion of Transplant...

The provider will take 24-hour call, including donor call, and may assist in surgery and see patients in clinic. Experience with solid organ transplants (kidney and pancreas) is required....

Physician General Surgery

  • Brookings, SD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Brookings, SD
  • 45+ days ago

Location:** Access Health Brookings **Worker Type:** Regular **Work Shift:** Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-call involvement (United States of America) **Position Highlights**...

Locum Tenens Job in SD for General Surgeon

  • Watertown, SD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 45+ days ago

Quick Facts 7 am 7 am shifts, Monday through Friday clinic coverage with call Upper and lower endoscopy required RN assistance available for moderate sedation in GI lab CRNA support available for...

Physician General Surgery

  • Mitchell, SD
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mitchell, SD
  • 60+ days ago

Location: Avera Medical Group Mitchell Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America) Position Highlights You Belong at Avera Be...

Demographic Data for South Dakota

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in South Dakota

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

$371,280


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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Surgeon positions.



Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in South Dakota 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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