General Surgeon Jobs in Kansas

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

  • Olathe, KS
  • 21 days ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 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

  • Salina, KS
  • 21 days ago
  • Salina, KS
  • 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...

Required procedures include general surgery with endoscopy. The facility has 98 beds....

A Facility in KS Needs a Locums General Surgeon

  • Garden City, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 4 days ago

BC or BE required Days, Weekend call 3 clinic days & 2 OR days General surgery with endoscopy required Credentialing needed DEA needed We negotiate better pay and deposit it weekly We arrange complimentary...

Locum Tenens Position in KS for General Surgeon

  • Garden City, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 4 days ago

Must have active state license Weekdays, Days, Call, Weekend call 10 - 15 patients per day Bread and butter general surgery scopes, laparoscopy Credentialing needed DEA needed Paid malpractice insurance...

Surgery - General

  • Garden City, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 4 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Surgery - Generals to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

Breast Surgeon

  • Shawnee Mission, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Shawnee Mission, KS
  • 5 days ago

Requirements: Breast Surgery Fellowship Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery Current, valid Kansas medical license Practice Description: Campus: Shawnee Mission Schedule: Monday-Friday...

Physician/Surgery - General/Kansas/Permanent/Kansas

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 5 days ago

Mix of all cases Very broad spectrum of General Surgery Hospitalist team 1:3 call....

Surgeon Job at HCA Healthcare in Overland Park, KS

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 7 days ago

Description Specialization: Surgery General Job Summary: Menorah Medical Center is seeking a program director for their General Surgery Residency Program Qualified Candidates: Board certification by...

block time is guaranteed Bread and butter general surgery; must do upper and lower scopes Must be board certified or board eligible Very busy health system and a growing young population Our services...

Physician General Surgeon

  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 days ago

Surgeon providers are able to perform and teach all of the services required in the practice of General Surgery to students, residents and fellows....

Orthopedic Surgery - General Job in Shawnee, Kansas

  • Shawnee, KS
  • 20 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 20 days ago

We are one of the few centers that provide sub-specialty services in: Mohs micrographic surgery Patch testing for skin allergies Phototherapy for other skin conditions.Medical Clinic is growing and...

Physician General Surgery. Job in Garden City Gr8Jobs

  • Garden City, KS
  • 23 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 23 days ago

Our General Surgery Physicians provide services at or above the customary practice standards in the Community, and within the qualifications and experience of Physician and adhere to the standards and...

Physician-General Surgery

  • Great Bend, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Great Bend, KS
  • 30+ days ago

The medical pavilion, also located on the Great Bend Campus, provides specialty ambulatory care including obstetrics/gynecology, family medicine, general surgery, and specialty clinics....

Physician-General Surgery

  • Salina, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salina, KS
  • 30+ days ago

General Surgery Partnership With Potential ASC Revenue General Surgeon Position that includes a Partnership Opportunity with ASC revenue potential in one of the Friendliest Communities in the Midwest...

Demographic Data for Kansas

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in Kansas

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

$365,230


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in Kansas 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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