Family Practitioner Jobs in La Palma, CA

A Family Practitioner, also known as a Family Physician, is a multi-disciplinary medical professional who provides comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families across all ages, genders, and diseases. They offer a wide range of services including preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care. Their key role in the medical industry involves diagnosing and treating various health conditions, performing routine check-ups, health-risk assessments, immunization, screening tests, and personalized counseling on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. They coordinate care with other specialists when required and often serve as the patient's primary point of contact in the healthcare system.

Prior to becoming a Family Practitioner, one may start their career in roles such as a Medical Intern or a Resident Physician. They should hold a medical degree (MD or DO) and have completed a three-year family medicine residency. Board certification by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) or the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP) is also imperative. Essential skills for a Family Practitioner include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and a strong commitment to lifelong learning as medicine is a rapidly evolving field. Additionally, they need to have a broad knowledge of various medical disciplines, as they deal with a wide array of health issues.

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Family Medicine Physician In Locust

  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

medicine residency program.Completion of a Sports Medicine fellowship required (for those that intend to practice Sports Medicine and Family Medicine).For specialty physicians - completion of an accredited...

Family Medicine Physician Sign-On Bonus And Relocation Reimbursement

  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Our Community Health Center in Tucson, AZ, is seeking a full-time Family Medicine Physician with 2-5 years of experience.In this role, you will provide clinical leadership, oversee the professional...

Physician / Family Practice / California / Permanent / Family Medicine Physician Job. Job in Los Angeles (Downtown) Gr8Jobs

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Part-Time Family Medicine Physician Position in Los Angeles, CA with National Wound Physician Group Clinical satisfaction, autonomy and flexibility, work-life balance No Nights, No Call, No Weekend...

Urgent Care/Emergency/Family Medicine Physician

  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (4 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Well-respected and growing Urgent Care practice in the Beverly, MA area is seeking Urgent Care, Emergency, or Family Medicine Physicians to join our team as we expand coverage.Practice Hours: Monday...

Outpatient Family Medicine Physician Opening In Los Angeles, Ca

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Multi-specialty primary care practice in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a permanent, full or part-time BE/BC Family Medicine Physician to join its team.M-F 8-4:30pm a could have 1 weekday off and do a Saturday...

Associate Program Director (Family Medicine Physician)

  • Whittier, CA (10 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (10 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Why PIH Health: PIH Health is a nonprofit regional healthcare network with three hospitals, 100 outpatient medical offices, seven Urgent Care Centers, and a medical foundation employing over 500 physicians...

A CA Facility Is Seeking a Locums Family Practice Physician JOB-3046220

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 6 days ago

A CA Facility Is Seeking a Locums Family Practice Physician JOB-3046220 CompHealth Facebook Details Posted: 18-Apr-25 Location: Wilmington, California Type: Locum Tenens Categories: Physicians/Surgeons...

Family Practice Physician Is Needed For Temp To Perm Assistance In California Job-3032266

  • Culver City, CA (22 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Culver City, CA (22 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Interested in this assignment?Or maybe you still haven't found what you're looking for?Contact one of our specialty-specific recruiters to get access to our vast network of open jobs - including...

Family Medicine Physician South Gate, Ca

  • South Gate, CA (10 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Gate, CA (10 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Medicine Residency program.Evidence of continuing education and self-development to support license requirements.Board Certification from the American Board of Family Medicine....

Family Medicine Physician - California, Oregon, and Hawaii. Job in Los Angeles Gr8Jobs

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 6 days ago

care opportunities including Family Medicine (with and without OB), Medical Director, residency faculty, and more!...

Physician / Family Practice / California / Locum Tenens / Family Practice Physician outpatient in Lo. Job in California Gr8Jobs

  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Well respected facility is seeking a Family Practice Physician in the Long Beach, CA area. BC/BE Family Practice 100% outpatient....

Physician / Family Practice / California / Permanent / Family Practice Physician Job. Job in Compton Gr8Jobs

  • Crystal City, CA (11 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Crystal City, CA (11 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 8 days ago

We are looking for a responsible Family Practice Physician to join our non-profit Community Care Clinic....

Family Medicine Physician - California, Oregon, and Hawaii

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 8 days ago

care opportunities including Family Medicine (with and without OB), Medical Director, residency faculty, and more!...

Family Medicine Physician Job at InnovAge in Los Angeles, CA

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Champions at least one primary care strategic initiative Coordinates the regular primary care team meetings held at the center and may lead local primary care meetings when asked....

A CA Facility Is Seeking a Locums Family Practice Physician

  • Wilmington, CA (13 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Wilmington, CA (13 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 12 days ago

When it comes to finding the perfect locums assignment, sometimes it's all about who you know. CompHealth has been around for a long time and have a vast network of connections to facilities...

Demographic Data for La Palma, CA

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Salary for Family Practitioner Jobs in La Palma, CA

This is the average annual salary for Family Practitioner jobs in La Palma, CA as reported by the BLS.

$217,390


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Family Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

Family Practitioners in La Palma, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.2%
Master's Degree
26.2%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
High School or GED
4.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Family Practitioners in La Palma, CA
2-4 years
69.9%
None
17.3%
4-6 years
8.8%
1-2 years
3.1%
Less than 1 year
0.9%



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