General Surgeon Jobs in Texas

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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A facility is seeking a general surgeon for locum tenens coverage....

Oral Surgeon

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Our commitment to patient care goes beyond exceptional oral surgery expertise....

Orthopedic Surgery - General Job in El Paso, Texas

  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago

Care Management....

Orthopedic Surgery - General Job in Tyler, Texas

  • Tyler, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Tyler, TX
  • 2 days ago

This position is 90% outpatient surgery and 10% inpatient surgery with up to 7 days of call per month....

Physician - General Surgery

  • Marshall, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Marshall, TX
  • 3 days ago

CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center in Marshall is seeking a part-time Board Certified General Surgeon to join an established team....

Complex Neurospine Surgeon

  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 3 days ago

Overview Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group As a component of St. Luke's Health, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group builds upon more than 50 years of medical excellence and advancement. Through our...

Surgeon Job at CHRISTUS Health in Marshall, TX

  • Marshall, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Marshall, TX
  • 3 days ago

CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center in Marshall is seeking a part-time Board Certified General Surgeon to join an established team....

Texas hospital seeking General Surgeon to provide call coverage - Locum Tenens- 12/21/2021 to 12/31/2021 ongoing - 7a to 7p- Emergency General Surgery call only - Midlevel & APP support- Active, unrestricted...

Quick Facts Must have active state license BC required Call, Weekend call Average of 1 - 2 patients during 24-hour call Trauma level III procedures required DEA needed Description Though your...

Orthopedic Surgery - General Job in Cedar Park, Texas

  • Cedar Park, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Cedar Park, TX
  • 4 days ago

Orthopedic Surgery Opening Near Austin, TX** Located in Cedar Park, TX - Austin 20m Seeking a skilled Orthopedic Surgeon to join our growing team and community practice....

Orthopedic Surgery - General Job in Dallas, Texas

  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 days ago

Willing to wait for license BC or BE required Weekdays, No call General orthopedic surgery DEA needed We negotiate better pay and deposit it weekly We arrange complimentary housing and travel and comprehensive...

Abdominal Wall Reconstruction/General Surgeon

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

About the Abdominal Wall Reconstruction/General Surgeon Position The Department of Surgery and Perioperative Care at The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School in conjunction with the UT...

General Surgeon Position in East Texas JOB-3028908

  • Palestine, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Palestine, TX
  • 5 days ago

General Surgeon Position in East Texas JOB-3028908 CompHealth Facebook Details Posted: 08-Apr-25 Location: Palestine, Texas Type: Full Time Categories: Physicians/Surgeons Internal Number: JOB-3028908...

General Surgeon (Assistant Professor)

  • Edinburg, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Edinburg, TX
  • 7 days ago

DaVinci robotic surgery certification and Bariatric Surgery competency are preferred....

Candidates should have a Texas Medical License, or be in the process of obtaining one, and be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Surgery as well as fellowship trained....

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Texas

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

$298,900


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Surgeon positions.



Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Texas offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
62.1%
Bachelor's Degree
14.7%
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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