General Surgeon Jobs in La Habra, 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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Podiatric Surgeon

  • Lakewood, CA (11 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Lakewood, CA (11 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 22 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...

Aerospace Medicine Specialist/Flight Surgeon

  • Bellflower, CA (10 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Bellflower, CA (10 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 22 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...

Surgeon Plastic - West Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Locums General Surgeon Is Needed in California

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Days Surgery and minimal rounding on post-operation Surgical procedures DEA needed Paid malpractice insurance; pre-paid travel and housing expenses Assignment details and time entry in online portal...

Physician/Surgery - General/California/Locum tenens/A General

  • Fullerton, CA (5 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (5 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Willing to wait for license BC or BE required Weekdays, Days, Call, Weekend call Breast surgery need & provider must have extensive breast surgery experience 1 call per day during 24 hr call Must have...

Surgeon General - South Bay

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Surgeon General - South Bay Southern California Permanente Medical Group Facebook Details Posted: 16-Feb-25 Location: Harbor City, California Salary: 144.00 - 147.00 Categories:...

General Surgeon Opportunity in the East San Gabriel Valley of California JOB-3007275

  • Covina, CA (11 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Covina, CA (11 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 8 days ago

General Surgeon Opportunity in the East San Gabriel Valley of California JOB-3007275 CompHealth Facebook Details Posted: 21-Feb-25 Location: Covina, California Type: Full Time Categories: Physicians...

Surgeon Plastic - Woodland Hills

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 8 days ago

A family medicine residency program at the medical center adds an academic vibrancy....

MIGS Surgeon (Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgeon)

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities: Looking for a Gynecological Surgeon with a focus in Endometriosis Surgery Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) is a National Women's Healthcare Organization dedicated to...

Surgeon General - Orange County

  • Anaheim, CA (6 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (6 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Surgeon General - Orange County Southern California Permanente Medical Group Facebook Details Posted: 28-Feb-25 Location: Anaheim, California Salary: 330,175.00 - 504,279.00 Categories:...

Surgeon Job at Provider Solutions + Development in California

  • Orange, CA (12 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Orange, CA (12 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Experienced general surgeon or fellowship trained new graduate Colorectal Surgery focus Robotics experience and training is required General Surgery coverage and ER call 1 out of every 5 to 6 days Position...

BC/BE - General Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgeon

  • Orange, CA (12 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Orange, CA (12 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Five office locations in beautiful south Orange County Covering the full breadth of care Offering full-service audiology and hearing aid dispensing Xoran CT in-office with stereotactic sinus surgery...

Thoracic Surgeon - Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA (17 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (17 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 15 days ago

TheDepartment of Surgery, Division of Thoracic Surgery, is seeking a board certified or eligible Thoracic Surgeon with training in advanced oncologic thoracic surgery to meet the needs of our growing...

Surgery - General

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 20 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...

General Surgeon

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from La Habra, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Army, a career as an Army General Surgeon might be the one for you. Outstanding Opportunities As a General Surgeon on the U.S....

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in La Habra, CA

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

$361,400


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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in La Habra, 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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