General Surgeon Jobs in Garden Grove, 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

  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 15 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...

Orthopedic Surgery - General Job in Anaheim, California

  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Southern California community hospital is seeking a BC/BE Orthopedic Surgeon. This is an amazing opportunity to join a growing practice in an under-served area. The practice is located within easy...

Surgery - General Physician

  • Torrance, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Torrance, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Job Title: Urgent Care Physician Salary: $220k-305k Are you seeking an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare? Join a dedicated team focused on providing quality care to patients...

General Surgeon Independent 1099

  • Compton, CA (18 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Compton, CA (18 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Concentra, one of the largest health care companies in the nation, is looking for a general surgeon to come on site to our location as a 1099 independent contractor....

Surgery - General

  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago

- General (GS) Bread & Butter General Surgery Cases plus Endoscopy and Laparoscopic procedures, Appendectomy, Cholecystectomy, and Lap Hernia Repairs. 24-hour Emergency Services at both locations Surgery...

Physician / Surgery - General / California / Permanent / Growing private practice is seeking a gener. Job in Los Angeles (Downtown) Gr8Jobs

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Private group is expanding and needs a general Neurosurgeon. Practice is anticipated to be 70/30 Spine/Cranial. A physician with Endovascular skills welcome. A candidate that is very team oriented...

Physician Reconstructive Genitourinary Surgeon/General Urologist Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 10 days ago

City of Hope Medical Group Seeks a Reconstructive (GURS) /General Urologist to Join our Growing Team in Irvine, CA The Department of Surgery, Division of Urology & Urologic Oncology at City of Hope...

Surgeon Plastic - Downey

  • Downey, CA (15 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Downey, CA (15 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 13 days ago

There is a significant focus on innovation-Downey was the region's first medical center to perform same-day total joint surgery-and on efficiency, improving workflows across the medical center and ancillary...

General Surgeon

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 14 days ago

seeking a board-certified or board-eligible General Surgeon to join its dynamic surgical team....

Reconstructive Genitourinary Surgeon/General Urologist (Irvine, CA)

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 16 days ago

City of Hope Medical Group Seeks a Reconstructive (GURS) /General Urologist to Join our Growing Team in Irvine, CA TheDepartment of Surgery, Division of Urology & Urologic Oncology at City of Hope National...

Otolar/H&N Surgeon (Laryngology) - West Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Otolar/H&N Surgeon (Laryngology) - West Los Angeles Southern California Permanente Medical Group Facebook Details Posted: 18-Mar-25 Location: West Los Angeles, California Salary: 450,575.00 -...

Otolar/H&N Surgeon - Downey

  • Downey, CA (15 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Downey, CA (15 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 17 days ago

There is a significant focus on innovation--Downey was the region's first medical center to perform same-day total joint surgery--and on efficiency, improving workflows across the medical center and...

Surgeon General (Acute Care) - Orange County

  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package The comprehensive benefits and longevity-based compensation package offered by Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) enables physicians...

Oral Surgeon

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 22 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....

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

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 27 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...

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Garden Grove, CA

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

$361,400


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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Garden Grove, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
62.0%
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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