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Mount Sinai Medical Center
Miami Beach, Florida

General Surgeon

SurgeryIncludes callFull-Time

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Job Description

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country.

We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more.

Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way

Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research.

At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Department: Job Description Summary:

  • General Surgeon
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center
  • Miami Beach, FL

Job Responsibilities

Join a high-volume, hospital-based general surgery practice that provides comprehensive care for both elective and emergency general surgery patients.

Manage a wide spectrum of general surgical conditions, with emphasis on minimally invasive approaches to abdominal, hernia, biliary, GI, and acute care surgery.

Participate in an emergency general surgery service, including shared call coverage, with access to advanced technology and subspecialty support.

Maintain an active elective surgical practice in alignment with the surgeon’s clinical interests and expertise.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including oncology, gastroenterology, and critical care, to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.

Participate in the education of medical students and general surgery residents in the operating room, clinic, and didactic settings.

Contribute to institutional quality improvement initiatives and adhere to evidence-based surgical practices.

Qualifications

MD or DO from an accredited medical school; successful completion of an ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency.

Board certified or board eligible in General Surgery.

Fellowship training in Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS), Advanced GI, or comparable training is strongly preferred.

Proficiency in laparoscopic and/or robotic surgical techniques, particularly in acute care and elective general surgery.

  • At least 5 years post training experience.
  • Eligible for medical licensure in Florida.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and a commitment to high-quality surgical care.

Demonstrated interest in academic surgery, teaching, and clinical excellence within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:

  • Health benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Healthcare spending accounts
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Wellness program
  • On-site housing for select positions and more!

Degree Requirements

MD

Certification

Key Responsibilities

The General Surgeon will manage a wide spectrum of surgical conditions, focusing on minimally invasive approaches for elective and emergency patients. They will also participate in shared call coverage and contribute to the education of medical students and residents.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Laparoscopic surgeryRobotic surgeryAbdominal surgeryHernia repairBiliary surgeryGI surgerySurgical educationMultidisciplinary collaborationEvidence-based practice

Surgery — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 80% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 21.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Surgeon Jobs

33 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution33 jobs · 3 employers

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$350k
1
$400k
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$410k-440k
1
$465k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks33 jobs · 3 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
3%
Relocation assistance
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 2.4
Better work-life than 30% of Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 953 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Miami Beach

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$2.30M
Typical market rent
$2,799/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Mount Sinai Medical Center

Hospitals and Health Care
Miami Beach
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health benefits
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Healthcare spending accounts
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Pet Insurance
Tuition reimbursement