General Surgeon Jobs in South Carolina

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

  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 21 days ago
  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 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...

Podiatric Surgeon

  • Greenville, SC
  • 21 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 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...

Pediatric Surgeon

  • Greenville, SC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 11 hours ago

The department includes full-time faculty members in the sections of: general & bariatric surgery, pediatric surgery, plastic surgery, surgical oncology, transplant surgery, trauma & acute care surgery...

No General Surgery Call Required. Comprehensive benefits package and Retirement plan. Fellowship trained in Breast Surgery or 5+ years of dedicated Breast Surgery practice experience....

The selected locum will be handling general urology surgery cases and procedures. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. This facility uses Epic EMR....

Physician/Surgery - General/South Carolina/Permanent/General

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 1 day ago

Part-Time General Surgeon Position in Rock Hill, SC with National Wound Physician Group Clinical satisfaction, autonomy and flexibility, work-life balance No Nights, No Call, No Weekend Clinical Responsibilities...

Surgery - General Physician

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

Due to tremendous growth, an Orthopedics and Sports Medicine group is seeking a Board Certified, fellowship-trained Hand Surgeon to join its Orthopedic program. The ideal candidate specializes in...

Charleston suburb 10 miles to downtown Charleston 15 miles to Charleston International Airport (CHS) Fellowship-trained breast surgeon to join the practice state-of-the-art equipment in a center...

We are seeking a physician to provide comprehensive vascular services including peripheral stenting in the lab and surgery as appropriate....

Surgery - General Physician

  • Charleston, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 3 days ago

Job Details Start Date: Immediately Schedule : 24-hour call coverage shifts Responsibilities: Provide orthopedic surgery services Handle orthopedic trauma cases Work in a Level 1 Trauma Center Additional...

Physician - General Surgery - Greer

  • Greer, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Greer, SC
  • 4 days ago

Surgery - Greer Department 21051000 General Surgery - Greer-Practice Operations Share your talent with us!...

Physician/Surgery - General/South Carolina/Locum tenens/Locums

  • Whitmire, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Whitmire, SC
  • 4 days ago

Locum Tenens General Surgeon Opportunity near Whitmire, South Carolina We are currently seeking a skilled General Surgeon to provide locum tenens coverage located near Whitmire, South Carolina....

Transplant Surgeon

  • Greenville, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 6 days ago

The department includes full-time faculty members in the sections of: general & bariatric surgery, pediatric surgery, plastic surgery, surgical oncology, transplant surgery, trauma & acute care surgery...

Pediatric Surgeon, Surgery Pediatric, Pediatric Surgery, General Pediatric Surgery, General Pediatric Surgeon, Pediatric General Surgery, Pediatric General Surgeon, surgery...

Work in a health system with a robust general OBGYN team utilizing advanced technology including robotic surgery all located at the main campus. 641 bed hospital with Level 3 NICU....

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Salary for General Surgeon Jobs in South Carolina

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

$345,280


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Surgeon positions.



Highest Education Level

General Surgeons in South Carolina 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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