General Surgeon Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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

  • Newark, DE (12 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 21 days ago
  • Newark, DE (12 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 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...

Aerospace Medicine Specialist/Flight Surgeon

  • Upper Darby, PA (21 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 21 days ago
  • Upper Darby, PA (21 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 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...

Physician / Surgery - General / Pennsylvania / Locum tenens / A General Surgeon Is Needed for Locums. Job in Pennsylvania Gr8Jobs

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

When it comes to finding the perfect locums assignment, sometimes it's all about who you know. CompHealth has been around for a long time and have a vast network of connections to facilities...

Physician / Surgery - General / Pennsylvania / Permanent / Excellent Trauma Surgeon Opportunity in a. Job in Pennsylvania Gr8Jobs

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Your CompHealth recruiter will be your advocate assisting you with contract negotiation, including pay, benefits, and incentives with insights into facilities and national market trends. Contact...

General Surgeon

  • Elkton, MD (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elkton, MD (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Position Qualifications BC General Surgery Must have the ability to be licensed in the State of Maryland and meet credentialing requirements....

Physician/Surgery - General/Pennsylvania/Locum tenens/Locums

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Locums Opportunity for General Surgery Inpatient Physician in PennsylvaniaCoverage date: Aug - Mar Scheduled Clinic Hours + Call either 7a-7a or 7p-7aCall Night/WeekendPossible 7a-7p shifts with night...

Physician/Surgery - General/Delaware/Permanent/Bread and

  • Delaware City, DE (10 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Delaware City, DE (10 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Bread and Butter General Surgery opportunity in Delaware: Qualified BE/BC Visa accepted: Yes (J1 or H1) Practice type: Hospital Employed Call: 1:4 Join 3 other General Surgeons in an established group...

Senior Academic Pediatric Surgeon

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 7 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 7 days ago

Clinical responsibilities may include building a clinical practice in pediatric general surgery, with emphasis on esophageal surgery....

Clinician Educator - Assistant Professor - Dermatological Surgeon

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 19 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 19 days ago

Clinical responsibilities may include Mohs micrographic surgery, reconstructive surgery, and specialty skin cancer clinics....

Academic Clinician Track - Assistant Professor - Dermatologic Surgeon

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 19 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 19 days ago

Expertise is required in the specific area of Mohs micrographic surgery, reconstructive surgery, cutaneous oncology....

Physician / Surgery - General / Pennsylvania / Permanent / Philadelphia suburb10 miles to downtown P. Job in Pennsylvania Gr8Jobs

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 22 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 22 days ago

Philadelphia suburb 10 miles to downtown Philadelphia 2 hours to Washington, D.C. 90 minutes to New York City, historical Lancaster county and 90 minutes to New Jersey and Delaware beaches Many...

Physician / Surgery - General / Pennsylvania / Permanent / On Lake Erie90 minute drive to Pittsburgh. Job in Pennsylvania Gr8Jobs

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 22 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 22 days ago

On Lake Erie 90 minute drive to Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Buffalo 195 miles to downtown Toronto Hospital is seeking a fellowship trained Breast Surgeon to join a well-established comprehensive...

Physician / Surgery - General / Delaware / Permanent / Bread and Butter General Surgery opportunity . Job in Delaware Gr8Jobs

  • Newark, DE (12 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 22 days ago
  • Newark, DE (12 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 22 days ago

Bread and Butter General Surgery opportunity in Delaware: Qualified BE / BC Visa accepted: Yes (J1 or H1) Practice type: Hospital Employed Call: 1:4 Join 3 other General Surgeons in an established group...

Physician / Surgery - General / Pennsylvania / Permanent / 60 miles to Youngstown75 miles to Erie90 . Job in Pennsylvania Gr8Jobs

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 23 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 23 days ago

General surgeons here specialize in areas such as colorectal surgery, breast surgery, and endocrine surgery....

Physician / Surgery - General / Pennsylvania / Permanent / Northcentral Pennsylvania10 miles to wint. Job in Pennsylvania Gr8Jobs

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 23 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 23 days ago

Northcentral Pennsylvania 10 miles to winter skiing 40 miles to the Allegheny National Forest 2 hours to Buffalo, Erie, Rochester 3 hours to Pittsburgh Joining a team of 1 general surgeon and 1 physician...

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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

$438,600


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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Wilmington, DE 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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