General Practitioner Jobs in Opelika, AL

A General Practitioner (GP) is a vital professional in the Physician industry. They are usually the first point of contact for most patients seeking healthcare services and provide comprehensive, continued and community-based medical care to individuals. GPs diagnose and treat various health conditions, illnesses, and injuries, refer patients to specialists when needed, and perform minor surgeries. They also play a significant role in health education and disease prevention initiatives by advising patients on diet, exercise, and other healthy habits.

To become a General Practitioner, one needs to possess several important skills and certifications. They typically hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree, followed by a residency in family medicine or general practice. They also need to be board-certified by bodies like the American Board of Family Medicine. Key skills include excellent patient communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and compassion. They must be well-versed in medical laws and ethics, and be adept at using various medical equipment and technology. Prior roles that a person may have before becoming a GP include being a Medical Intern, Resident Physician, and Associate Physician.

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Staff Physician II - Scheduled Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 18 hours ago

Successful completion of ACGME accredited Family Medicine Residency Program. OR Successful completion of approved Combined Internal Medicine/Pediatrics Residency Program....

Physician / Surgery - Cardiothoracic / Alabama / Locum Tenens

  • Opelika, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 3 days ago

Full-time 24 Hour Cardiothoracic Surgery Call Coverage Locums Job Central Alabama Starting ASAP Seeking 2-3 CVT Surgeons Jackson and Coker is assisting a central-east Alabama Health System with...

Physician / Surgery - Orthopedics / Georgia / Permanent

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Hospital-employment Established group with PA support Replacing a retiring physician 1:4 shared call rotation Block scheduling Hospitalist team managed by TeamHealth Base salary guarantee with wRVU...

Orthopedics - Adult Reconstructive Physician

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Hospital-employment Established group Total Joints and general orthopedics 1:4 shared call rotation (general ortho required) Block scheduling Hospitalist team managed by TeamHealth Base salary guarantee...

Orthopedics Physician

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Hospital-employment Established group of 7 surgeons and 5 PA's 1:5 shared call rotation No sports medicine Block scheduling Hospitalist team managed by TeamHealth Base salary guarantee with wRVU production...

Physician / Hospitalist - Pediatric / Alabama / Permanent / Seeking Newborn Hospitalist in great Gul. Job in Alabama Gr8Jobs

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago

a Newborn Pediatric Hospitalist, you will complete initial assessments/evaluations of newborn patients while providing ongoing monitoring of patients' medical conditions and providing appropriate treatment...

Physician / Hospitalist - Pediatric / Alabama / Permanent / Pediatric Hospitalist Opportunity on the. Job in Alabama Gr8Jobs

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago

The Department of Pediatrics at this prestigious school of medicine on the Gulf Coast is currently seeking candidates for a faculty position in the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine.Duties...

Physician / Maternal Fetal Medicine / Alabama / Permanent / Academic Maternal Fetal Medicine Opportu. Job in Alabama Gr8Jobs

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at this prestigious medical school on the Gulf Coast is currently recruiting candidates for our vibrant Maternal Fetal Medicine Division at the level of...

Physician / Academic / Alabama / Permanent / Infectious Disease Chief with prestigious medical cente. Job in Alabama Gr8Jobs

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago

The Department of Internal Medicine at this prestigious university is seeking a full-time board-certified Infectious Disease (ID) Physician to join their practice and serve as the Division Chief....

Physician / Hospitalist / Alabama / Locums to Perm / Gulf Coast Hospitalist Opportunity Job. Job in Alabama Gr8Jobs

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago

We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.DetailsSeeking Internal Medicine Hospitalist7 on 7 off schedule7a...

Preventive Medicine Physician. Job in Alabama Gr8Jobs

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 15 days ago

Highlights: - Full time (M-F) 8-5pm OR flex schedule - ASAP start - 3/31/25 contract+ possible extensions - HUGE/KNOWN corporation - Basic primary care - LOW patient volume - Medical and Malpractice...

Hospitalist job in undefined AL. Job in Alabama Gr8Jobs

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 22 days ago

Whether you are searching for a position in your area or in another state, we have professionals to help you achieve your goals through our relationships with facilities nationwide - in rural...

Family or Internal Medicine Primary Care Physician Practice Value Based Care

  • West Point, GA (20 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Point, GA (20 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Medicine or Internal Medicine residency(Family Medicine preferred) BoardCertified by ABMS (ABFM/ABIM) or AOA Atleast 3 years of primary care experience Current,valid medical license and DEA number...

Physician / Family Practice / Alabama / Permanent / Amazing Family Medicine Opening in Northern Arka. Job in Alabama Gr8Jobs

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Amazing Family Medicine Opening in Northern Arkansas near Ozark Mountains! An established medical center is seeking a BC/BE Family Medicine physician for one of their well-established clinics....

American Family Care - Collaborating Physician

  • Opelika, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 90+ days ago

Board Certification: Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine or relative specialty Credentialing Requiremen t: Must be eligible for and able to obtain full credentialing....

Demographic Data for Opelika, AL

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Opelika, AL

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in Opelika, AL as reported by the BLS.

$212,590


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Opelika, AL offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.2%
Master's Degree
18.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
High School or GED
3.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Associate's Degree
2.8%
Some High School
0.3%
Some College
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Practitioners in Opelika, AL
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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