General Surgeon Jobs in West Virginia

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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Physician, Surgery, General/Bariatrics

  • Ranson, WV
  • 2 days ago
  • Ranson, WV
  • 2 days ago

Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the areas of 50% General/50% Bariatric Surgery....

Requirements Cardiovascular Surgery Physician StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: Day 12 Pay Rate: $385.09 - $416.85 This facility is seeking a Cardiovascular Surgery Physician for locum tenens support...

Thoracic Surgeon Job at Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, WV

  • Charleston, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications - Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery - Clinical expertise in minimally invasive lung and esophageal surgery - Proven leadership experience in an academic or large health system setting...

Physician (General Surgeon)

  • Clarksburg, WV
  • 6 days ago
  • Clarksburg, WV
  • 6 days ago

Clinical management and organization of General Surgery assessment and preparation of patients for surgery. Initial evaluation and overall workup of general surgery patients....

Locum Tenens General Surgeon Opportunity in West Virginia We are currently seeking a skilled General Surgeon for a locum tenens assignment located near Ottawa, West Virginia....

Locum Tenens Opportunity for General Surgeon in West Virginia Are you an experienced General Surgeon looking for a fulfilling locum tenens assignment?...

Physician (General Surgeon)

  • Clarksburg, WV
  • 9 days ago
  • Clarksburg, WV
  • 9 days ago

Overview Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting a General Surgeon to provide onsite services to eligible beneficiaries of the Louis A Johnson VA Medical Center located at...

days with add-on availability throughout week 4 ORs Bread & Butter surgeries, 90% are outpatient surgeries Hospitalist program Practice manager on site...

Interested? Give Weatherby a call today and speak with one of our specialty-specific consultants for available dates and details. BC or BE required Call 15 patient encounters per shift, expected...

Physician, General Surgery, Weirton WV

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 11 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 11 days ago

Successful candidate must have completed a general surgery residency program. Successful candidates must be board certified/eligible in general surgery....

General Surgery Physician, Wheeling & Reynolds WV

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 11 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 11 days ago

Successful candidate must have completed general surgery residency program. Successful candidates must be board certified/eligible in general surgery....

GENERAL SURGEON OAK HILL WEST VIRGINIA We are seeking a BC/BE General Surgeon to join a multi-specialty group....

process Fellowship training required Growing health system 2.5 years of experience is preferred but not mandatory Must have interest and experience in MIS including VATS lobectomy Interest in esophageal surgery...

General Surgeon Physician (Regular Ft)

  • Clarksburg, WV
  • 17 days ago
  • Clarksburg, WV
  • 17 days ago

Duties Responsibilities include performing general surgical operations - outpatient ambulatory surgical procedures - outpatient - and inpatient general surgery consultations The general surgeon is expected...

Thoracic Surgeon Job at Mon Health Medical Center in Morgantown, WV

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 23 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 23 days ago

The physician provides clinical care to a vast array of patients who require Thoracic Oncology services in a hospital setting.

Demographic Data for West Virginia

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in West Virginia

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

$371,230


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Surgeon positions.



Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in West Virginia 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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