General Practitioner Jobs in Alabama

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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• Alabama MD/DO License • Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine • DEA License BENEFITS: • Monthly Stipend...

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Hospitalist Physician

  • ApolloMD
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 17 hours ago

Are you seeking a fulfilling hospital medicine position that offers exceptional pay, professional autonomy, and meaningful support to the Birmingham community while maintaining a healthy work/life...

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An Alabama Facility Is Seeking a Locums Pediatric Hospitalist

  • Weatherby Healthcare
  • AL
  • 21 hours ago
  • AL
  • 21 hours ago

Get in touch with a Weatherby consultant today to learn more about this and other opportunities available now. 24 hour call coverage 6-10 patients per day in nursery 3-6 patients on pediatric...

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Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • National Staffing Solutions
  • Walnut Grove, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Walnut Grove, AL
  • 1 day ago

We're currently seeking a Family Medicine Physician to join our amazing team....

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Academic/Faculty/Research Physician

  • Southeast Physician Search, Inc.
  • AL
  • 1 day ago
  • AL
  • 1 day ago

Opportunity for a Medical Director of a brand new Family Medicine residency program Candidate will assist in starting up residency program Prefer experienced candidates Excellent schools both public...

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Physician (Patient Aligned Care Team Primary Care Provider)

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Guntersville, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Guntersville, AL
  • 2 days ago

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit...

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Seeking a board certified or board eligible OB/GYN to join a well-established and growing practice. There are currently 2-full-time OB/GYN and 1-part-time OB/GYN and 3 CRNP in the practice....

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Regional Medical Center is seeking a board certified/board eligible OB/GYN to join several providers in a single-specialty practice. Hospital-Owned/Employed Opportunity Robotics Required Normal OB...

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Seeking BC/BE Family Medicine Physician in Tuscaloosa, AL....

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Seeking a BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician who is intrinsically motivated to provide excellent care to older adults in Montgomery, AL....

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Physician / Hospitalist / Alabama / Permanent / Hospitalist Physician Job

  • Vohra Physicians
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago

Full-Time Hospitalist Physician Position in Birmingham, AL with National Wound Physician Group Clinical satisfaction, autonomy and flexibility, work-life balance No Nights, No Call, No Weekend Clinical...

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Physician/Surgery - Neurological/Alabama/Permanent

  • Britt Medical Search
  • Dothan, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Dothan, AL
  • 3 days ago

with Siemens Artis Q Biplane and trained technicians 10-bed dedicated Neurocritical Care Unit 24/7 subspecialty support available to include Pulm/CC, Anesthesiology, and in-house Radiology Robust IM Hospitalist...

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Hospitalist Nocturnist

  • Surf Search
  • Dothan, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Dothan, AL
  • 3 days ago

Candidate Qualifications Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. Previous hospitalist experience preferred, though new graduates are welcome to apply....

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Physician/Family Practice/Alabama/Permanent/Primary Care

  • All Star Healthcare Solutions
  • AL
  • 4 days ago
  • AL
  • 4 days ago

Seeking a Family or Internal Medicine Physician to join a walk-in clinic....

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Cardiology - Electrophysiology Physician

  • Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC
  • Dothan, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Dothan, AL
  • 4 days ago

- 5:00 PM; Fri, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM PATIENT INFORMATION Patient Demographics: Adults (Cardiology patients with arrhythmias and related conditions) Patient Volume/Census: TBD Admissions: Covered by hospitalist...

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Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Alabama

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in Alabama 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 Alabama offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
55.6%
Master's Degree
18.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
High School or GED
3.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
Associate's Degree
2.9%
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 Alabama
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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