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AMN Healthcare

General Surgery Physician

Corsicana, TX · On-site

$1.7K - $1.8K/wk

& Requirements General Surgery Physician StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: Call Pay Rate: $1746.00 - $1890.00 This facility is seeking an General Surgery Physician locum tenens support as they look to ...

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AMN Healthcare

General Surgery Physician

Red Bluff, CA

$1.7K - $1.8K/day

& Requirements General Surgery Physician StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $1746.00 - $1890.00 This facility is seeking a General Surgery Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.

AMN Healthcare

General Surgery Physician

Red Bluff, CA · On-site

$1.7K - $1.8K/wk

& Requirements General Surgery Physician StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $1746.00 - $1890.00 This facility is seeking a General Surgery Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.

Goldfish Partners

General Surgery

Kenansville, NC

North Carolina General Surgery Locum Tenens Position * Begin ASAP - Ongoing * Call: Friday, 7a - Monday, 7a Goldfish Medical Staffing Extraordinary Dedication to Exceeding Expectations Means

Goldfish Partners

General Surgery

Wilson, NC

General Surgery Locum Tenens Coverage Needed in North Carolina * Begin ASAP - Ongoing * 24-hour call * Setting: Inpatient Goldfish Medical Staffing Extraordinary Dedication to Exceeding Expectations ...

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WhiteCoat Locums

Surgery - General Physician

Newport News, VA · On-site

$227K - $272K/yr

General Surgeon Position Overview Seeking a Board Certified General Surgeon for short-term locum coverage to provide inpatient general surgery care and call coverage. This assignment is for physician ...

AMN Healthcare

General Surgery Physician

Newport News, VA · On-site

$1.7K - $1.8K/wk

& Requirements General Surgery Physician StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $1746.00 - $1890.00 This facility is seeking a General Surgery Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.

Goldfish Partners

General Surgery

Dothan, AL

Locum Tenens General Surgery Coverage Needed in Alabama * Begin ASAP - Ongoing * Call coverage only * EMR: Cerner Goldfish Medical Staffing Extraordinary Dedication to Exceeding Expectations Means

RecruitWell

Surgery - General Physician

Lebanon, PA · On-site

$245K - $294K/yr

Lebanon, PA - Locums General Surgery IMLC Accepted Availability * Start Date: ASAP * Assignment Length: Minimum 6 months (dependent on permanent recruitment) * Schedule: * 24-hour call coverage

Northern Light Health

$257K - $309K/yr

This is a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive general surgery and full endoscopy services to patients across our welcoming and close-knit communities. We are seeking a surgeon who values high ...

RecruitWell

Surgery - General Physician

Lebanon, PA · On-site

$245K - $294K/yr

Lebanon, PA - Locums General Surgery IMLC Accepted Availability * Start Date: ASAP * Assignment Length: Minimum 6 months (dependent on permanent recruitment) * Schedule: * 24-hour call coverage

CHRISTUS Health

Physician - General Surgery

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

$241K - $289K/yr

CHRISTUS Spohn, in partnership with CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic (CTC), is seeking a skilled and dedicated General Surgeon to join our expanding team in Corpus Christi, TX. Due to growing community demand ...

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How much do general surgery jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for general surgery in the United States is $46.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $40.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the most common challenges faced by general surgeons during their early years of practice?

Early-career general surgeons often face challenges such as managing a demanding and unpredictable schedule, handling high-stakes decision-making under pressure, and balancing clinical responsibilities with administrative tasks. Adapting to a variety of surgical cases and developing strong communication skills for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams are also key hurdles. Continuous learning and mentorship are essential to building confidence and refining surgical techniques, especially when transitioning from residency to independent practice.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a General Surgeon, and why are they important?

To thrive as a General Surgeon, you need a medical degree, completion of a surgical residency, board certification, and advanced knowledge of human anatomy and surgical procedures. Mastery of surgical instruments, minimally invasive technologies, and proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems are critical. Exceptional decision-making, steady hands, resilience, and teamwork are soft skills that set outstanding surgeons apart. These competencies ensure safe, effective patient care and optimal surgical outcomes in high-pressure environments.

What is the difference between General Surgery vs Orthopedic Surgery?

AspectGeneral SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Required CredentialsMedical degree, surgical residency, medical licenseMedical degree, surgical residency in orthopedics, medical license
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, surgical centersHospitals, orthopedic clinics, surgical centers
Industry UsageBroad surgical procedures across various body systemsMusculoskeletal system, bones, joints, muscles
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for surgical specialties and proceduresSpecialized in bones and joints, often contrasted with other surgical fields

While both General Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery require medical degrees and surgical training, General Surgeons perform a wide range of procedures across multiple body systems, whereas Orthopedic Surgeons focus specifically on the musculoskeletal system. Their work environments overlap in hospitals and clinics, but their specialties differ significantly in scope and focus.

What are general surgeons?

General surgeons are medical doctors who are trained to perform a wide range of surgical procedures on various parts of the body. They commonly operate on the abdomen, digestive tract, breast, skin, and soft tissues. General surgeons also manage preoperative, operative, and postoperative care for their patients. Their expertise makes them essential for treating injuries, diseases, and conditions that require surgical intervention.
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Infographic showing various General Surgery job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $96,229 per year, or $46.3 per hour.
General Surgery Physician

General Surgery Physician

AMN Healthcare

Corsicana, TX • On-site

$1.7K - $1.8K/wk

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Job Description & Requirements
General Surgery Physician
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: Call Pay Rate: $1746.00 - $1890.00

This facility is seeking an General Surgery Physician locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. 


Details & requirements for this opportunity:


Schedule: Call

Setting: Inpatient

Types of Case: General Surgery

Credentialing timeframe: 5 days

Patients Per Shift: 5


Job Benefits
AMN Healthcare typically arranges medical or dental malpractice insurance for the contractor providers we match to client opportunities. In addition, our locum tenens can receive highly competitive pay and a dedicated team that handles all travel, lodging, \u0009rentals and transportation needs.
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
AMN Healthcare is a digitally enabled workforce solutions partner focused on solving the biggest challenges affecting healthcare organizations today. We offer a single-partner approach to optimize labor sources, increase operating margins, and provide technologies to expand the reach of care.

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