10 Highest Paying Jobs in the US

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08. General Surgeons

Salary: $297,800

The primary duties of a general surgeon include performing surgeries to treat various diseases and injuries, like digestive tract disorders and diseases related to the heart, lungs, bladder, liver, and other organs. A general surgeon’s responsibility is to monitor and assess the patient before and after the surgery. However, surgeons usually must be on call 24/7 and work 50 to 60 hours weekly.

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