Family Practitioner Jobs in Schererville, IN

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 opening in NW Indiana near Chicago - loan repayment

  • Hebron, IN (16 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Hebron, IN (16 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 17 hours ago

Graduate of a M.D. or D.O. from an accredited educational institution Board Eligible or Board Certified 1-2 years' experience as a Family Practitioner preferred Experience or training in primary care...

Family Medicine Physician Job with Cambay Healthcare LLC in Gary, IN

  • Gary, IN (8 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Gary, IN (8 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 17 hours ago

Experience or training in primary care required....

Family Medicine Physician opening in NW Indiana - east commute to Chicago!

  • Saint John, IN (3 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Saint John, IN (3 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 18 hours ago

Seeking BE/BC Family Medicine Physician to join fantastic team in NW Indiana....

Family Medicine Physician Job with OSF HealthCare System/OSF Medical Group in Palos Heights, IL

  • Palos Heights, IL (21 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (21 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 18 hours ago

Heights, IL role at PracticeLink Overview Growing practice seeks a motivated BC/BE Family Medicine or Med/Peds physician to join our mission-oriented primary care team to serve a culturally diverse...

Family Medicine Physician, Flossmoor

  • Flossmoor, IL (12 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Flossmoor, IL (12 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 18 hours ago

UChicago Medicine Medical Group seeks an exceptional Family Medicine Physician for our outpatient practice in Flossmoor, Illinois....

Family Medicine Physician #SMMC-FM-01

  • New Chicago, IN (10 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • New Chicago, IN (10 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 18 hours ago

REQUIRED PROCEDURES: General family medicine care. Newborn rounding....

Family Medicine Physician opening in NW Indiana near Chicago - minutes from Indiana Dunes!

  • New Chicago, IN (10 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Chicago, IN (10 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Seeking BE/BC Family Medicine Physician to join talented team in NW Indiana....

Family Medicine Physician with Faculty

  • Valparaiso, IN (23 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (23 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Asa full-time Family Medicine Physician in Valparaiso, IN, you will coordinateand provide proactive care for patients with chronic conditions, as well asidentify wellness and preventive services for...

Family Medicine Physician Job at OSF HealthCare System/OSF Medical Group in Evergreen Park, IL

  • Evergreen Park, IL (20 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (20 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Overview J OB SPECIFICS: Established practice seeks a Family Medicine, Med/Peds, or Internal Medicine physician experienced or interested in population health to join our dedicated primary care team...

Family Medicine Physician

  • Mokena, IL (23 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mokena, IL (23 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Duly Health and Care in Mokena is seeking a Family Medicine Physician who is committed to empowering health and elevating care for our patients while also pursuing innovative solutions with their care...

Family Medicine Physician, Tinley Park

  • Tinley Park, IL (20 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (20 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 15 days ago

Family Medicine Physician, Tinley Park Join a patient centered collegial, supportive, and friendly team whose mission is to provide superior health care in a compassionate manner, ever mindful of each...

Family Medicine Physician Job at Premise Health in Merrillville, IN

  • Merrillville, IN (6 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (6 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 21 days ago

Licensed to practice medicine in the state within which the site is located Must be Board Certified in Occupational Medicine, Internal Medicine, Family Practice, Primary Care or Emergency Medicine by...

Family Physician - Chesterton & Merrillville, IN $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

  • Chesterton, IN (22 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Chesterton, IN (22 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 22 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited medical schooland completion of residency with professional experience in 1) Family Practice or 2) Internal Medicine + Pediatric....

Family Physician

  • Gary, IN (8 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gary, IN (8 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 90+ days ago

educational institution.Board eligible or Board Certified.1-2 years' experience as a Family Practitioner preferred.Experience or training in a primary care setting is required....

Family Medicine Physician, Orland Park

  • Orland Park, IL (22 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (22 miles from Schererville, IN)
  • 90+ days ago

UChicago Medicine Medical Group seeks an exceptional Family Medicine Physician for our outpatient practice in Orland Park, IL....

Demographic Data for Schererville, IN

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Salary for Family Practitioner Jobs in Schererville, IN

This is the average annual salary for Family Practitioner jobs in Schererville, IN as reported by the BLS.

$187,620


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Family Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

Family Practitioners in Schererville, IN offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.5%
Master's Degree
26.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.7%
High School or GED
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.5%
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 Schererville, IN
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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