How much does a Chief of Surgery make in California? The average Chief of Surgery salary in California is $562,543 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $364,994 and $723,242. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Chief of Surgery Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief of Surgery Salary $250,297 CA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Chief of Surgery Salary $364,994 CA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Chief of Surgery Salary $562,543 CA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Chief of Surgery Salary $723,242 CA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Chief of Surgery Salary $869,549 CA February 26, 2024
25% $364,994 10% $250,297 90% $869,549 75% $723,242 $562,543 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Chief of Surgery need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Leadership: Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.

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Emergency Medicine: Emergency medicine is the medical speciality concerned with the care of illnesses or injuries requiring immediate medical attention.

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Internal Medicine: Diagnose and provide non-surgical treatment of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. Provide care mainly for adults who have a wide range of problems associated with the internal organs.

Leadership 5.32%
Emergency Medicine 2.71%
Internal Medicine 5.96%
Others 86.01%

Job Description for Chief of Surgery

Chief of Surgery directs the staff and programs of the surgical department. Works closely with hospital staff, department directors, and physicians to ensure that the highest standards of quality and service are maintained. Being a Chief of Surgery requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Requires a valid state license to practice. Additionally, Chief of Surgery require extensive clinical experience. Typically reports to top management. The Chief of Surgery manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Chief of Surgery typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $541,414 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $543,826 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $569,230 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $540,802 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $517,463 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $559,422 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $542,551 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $507,972 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $622,215 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $620,787 Date Updated February 26, 2024
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