General Surgeon Jobs in Blue Island, IL

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

  • Blue Island, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Blue Island, IL
  • 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...

Academic Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons #ORT031 - 122146-3800

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 2 days ago

at University of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Description The University of Chicago's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine is searching for full-time...

Abdominal Transplant Surgeons #SUR163A

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The University of Chicago's Department of Surgery, Section of Transplant Surgery, is searching for full-time faculty members at any rank....

Cardiac Surgeons - Clinical Associates #SUR155

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The University of Chicago's Department of Surgery, Section of Cardiac Surgery, is seeking full-time Clinical Associates at 100% effort for renewable terms of up to two years....

Academic Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons #ORT031

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The University of Chicago's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine is searching for full-time faculty members at any rank....

Thoracic Surgeon, Director of Lung Health Center, Associate Professor or Professor

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Completion of an accredited thoracic surgery residency program. Board certification in Thoracic Surgery....

Assistant or Associate Professor of Surgery, General Surgery

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 14 days ago

The Division of GI Surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine seeks a motivated general surgeon to join a bustling division....

Physician - General Surgery

  • Olympia Fields, IL (9 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Olympia Fields, IL (9 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Physician - General Surgery Specialty Physicians of Illinois Facebook Details Posted: 23-Mar-25 Location: Olympia Fields, Illinois Categories: Physicians/Surgeons Internal Number: R-110216 Olympia Fields...

Robotic & Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgeons #SUR128 - 135807-3800

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 18 days ago

, Section of Cardiac Surgery, seeks full-time faculty members at any rank to support its growing Robotic & Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery program....

Minimally Invasive Surgeons #SUR115A University of Chicago (UC)

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 19 days ago

The University of Chicago's Department of Surgery, Section of General Surgery seeks full-time faculty members at any rank....

Cardiac Surgeons - Clinical Associates #SUR155 - 147821-3800

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 22 days ago

/jobs/12618359 Description The University of Chicago\'s Department of Surgery, Section of Cardiac Surgery, is seeking full-time Clinical Associates at 100% effort for renewable terms of up to two years...

Robotic & Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgeons #SUR128

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Details Posted: 23-Mar-25 Location: Chicago, IL Categories: Academic/Faculty Internal Number: 143216 The University of Chicago's Department of Surgery, Section of Cardiac Surgery, seeks full-time faculty...

Surgery Tech-Surgery General

  • Munster, IN (11 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Munster, IN (11 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 26 days ago

About This Job We#LOVE#Surgical Techs! Are you a surgical technologist looking for a change? We Want the Best Are you self-motivated, driven and looking to thrive in a fast-paced operating room?...

Neuro Tech-Surgery General

  • Munster, IN (11 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Munster, IN (11 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 26 days ago

Up to $10K bonus for experienced Neuro Techs! New jobs for Surgical Technologists-Neuro#Tech at Community Hospital, located in Munster IN, U.S. Read about our full job description and day one...

Craniomaxillofacial Surgeons #SUR140 University of Chicago (UC)

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 28 days ago

The University of Chicago's Department of Surgery, Section of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, is searching for full-time faculty members at any rank....

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Blue Island, IL

This is the average annual salary for General Surgeon jobs in Blue Island, IL as reported by the BLS.

$324,630


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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Blue Island, IL 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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