General Surgeon Jobs in Clovis, CA

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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Aerospace Medicine Specialist/Flight Surgeon

  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 21 days ago

CARING FOR THOSE WHO FLY The stresses and conditions that result from working in extreme conditions require unique, specialized care. Aerospace Medicine Specialists/Flight Surgeons are primary...

Podiatric Surgeon

  • Clovis, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Clovis, CA
  • 21 days ago

surgical residency program Minimum of six months experience in podiatry assignments Valid and current license to practice podiatric medicine Completion of Officer Training School course Must be between...

Surgeon Job at Trinity Health in Fresno, CA

  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The selected physician will join a surgery practice inclusive of General Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery and Bariatric surgery with opportunities including robotics, endoscopic, and laparoscopic procedures.The...

General Surgeon- Fowler/Selma

  • Fowler, CA (14 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fowler, CA (14 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview Adventist Health Central California Network is seeking a mission-driven, Board Certified/Board Eligible General Surgeon to join our team....

Surgery - General Surgery

  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Surgery - General Surgery The Permanente Medical Group, Inc....

Physician And Surgeon, Correctional Facility (Internal Med/Family Practice)

  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 22 days ago

medicine Medical or Osteopathic Specialty Certificate issued by an American Medical Specialty Board or an American Osteopathic Specialty Board; or admissibility to an internal medicine or family medicine...

Physician-General Surgery

  • Clovis, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clovis, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Overview: Community Health Partners (CHP) is seeking a board-eligible/ board-certified general surgeon to be part of a surgical team of Physicians and APP's that provider Emergency General Surgical...

Physician - General Surgeon

  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The General Surgeon will have assigned OR time and clinic time....

Physician/Surgery - General/California/Permanent/General

  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

GENERAL SURGEON FRESNO CALIFORNIA We are looking for BC/BE General Surgeons for an opportunity with a Veterans Administration Hospital located in Fresno California The Physicians care shall cover the...

Oral Surgeon

  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Qualifications We'll need you to provide: Current Dental License for the state you wish to practice Oral Surgery Certificate from an accredited U.S....

Breast Surgeon needed in Central California

  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Qualificatons: Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Board certification in Surgery and Surgical Oncology Completed fellowship training in Breast Surgical Oncology...

Breast Surgeon- Fresno, CA

  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fresno, CA (6 miles from Clovis, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Clovis, CA

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

$340,260


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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Clovis, CA 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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