General Surgeon Jobs in Delaware

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

  • New Castle, DE
  • 12 days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 12 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...

Oral Surgeon - Up to 4 Days per Month

  • Newark, DE
  • 20 hours ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 20 hours 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....

Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon

  • Newark, DE
  • 13 days ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 13 days ago

The successful candidate should excel at minimally invasive GYN procedures including laparoscopy, robotic surgery, and hysteroscopy, including office-based procedures....

General Surgery Physician

  • Milford, DE
  • 15 days ago
  • Milford, DE
  • 15 days ago

Locums Job ID 176323 SURGERY General Surgery Physician JOB DETAILS This facility is seeking a General Surgery Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need....

TACS surgeon and Medical Director

  • Dover, DE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 30+ days ago

Proficiency in Emergency General Surgery: Must be fully competent in managing emergency general surgery cases, including trauma, abdominal surgery, gastrointestinal surgeries, etc....

Bayhealth Seeking Breast Surgeon Leadership. Job in Milford Gr8Jobs

  • Milford, DE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milford, DE
  • 45+ days ago

Our ideal candidate will have experience or interest in graduate medical education (research or teaching) and will be designated as a core faculty member in our General Surgery residency....

Bayhealth Seeking Breast Surgeon Leadership

  • Milford, DE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milford, DE
  • 45+ days ago

Our ideal candidate will have experience or interest in graduate medical education (research or teaching) and will be designated as a core faculty member in our General Surgery residency....

Demographic Data for Delaware

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Delaware

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

$343,990


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Surgeon positions.



Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Delaware 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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