How much does a General Surgeon make in San Jose, CA? The average General Surgeon salary in San Jose, CA is $547,400 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $463,000 and $649,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

General Surgeon Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile General Surgeon Salary $386,158 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile General Surgeon Salary $463,000 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile General Surgeon Salary $547,400 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile General Surgeon Salary $649,700 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile General Surgeon Salary $742,839 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
25% $463,000 10% $386,158 90% $742,839 75% $649,700 $547,400 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The General Surgeon reviews patient history and confirms need for surgery. Performs surgery to prevent and correct injuries, deformities, diseases or improve patient function, appearance or quality of life. Being a General Surgeon may provide medical personnel with direction concerning patient care. Determines which instruments and method of surgery will be most successful in achieving desired outcome. In addition, General Surgeon may provide in-service training as needed to address new technology in health care treatment. Provides charting in compliance with all laws and regulations. Requires a special degree in medicine from an accredited school. Typically reports to a medical director. Requires a license to practice. General Surgeon's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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