General Practitioner Jobs in Alameda, CA

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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Physician Clinic Medical Director 4 Day Work Week Option

  • Richmond, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Richmond, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Overview $50K Hiring bonus, director stipend, and monthly/quarterly incentives! Procedurally skilled physician to lead weekday outpatient clinic in Richmond CA. 4-day workweek option available....

Orthopedics - Hand Surgery Physician

  • Oakland, CA (3 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Oakland, CA (3 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Hand Surgeon Opportunity in Modesto, CA with Kaiser Permanente Leading the future of health care Kaiser Permanente/The Permanente Medical Group The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. is one of the...

Integrative Medicine Physician BC/BE

  • San Carlos, CA (19 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Carlos, CA (19 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is seeking a part-time.5 or greater, board-certified, or board-eligible primary care physician with a fellowship training in Integrative Medicine....

Physician - Medical Director for Community Living Center (CLC)

  • Martinez, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Martinez, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Medicine Physician/Family Practice Physician/Geriatrician/Palliative care....

Physician

  • San Ramon, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Ramon, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

We ask that you be board certified or board eligible in emergency medicine or primary care physician with emergency medicine experience and a California DEA to apply....

Regulatory Physician

  • Richmond, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Richmond, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

medicine, or family practice....

Pediatrics Hospitalist (Per Diem). Job in Redwood City Gr8Jobs

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago

TPMG is seeking a BE/BC Pediatrics Hospitalist (Per Diem) physician to join our team in Redwood City, CA....

Physician / Family Practice / California / Any / Family Medicine

  • San Leandro, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Physician / Family Practice / California / Any / Family Medicine Company: The Inline Group Location: San Leandro, CA, 94577 Posted: June 09, 2025 Description: Davis Street Clinic Full Time Hours: 4...

Hospitalist Physician. Job in Greenbrae Gr8Jobs

  • Kentfield, CA (18 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kentfield, CA (18 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The Opportunity Seeking Board Eligible/Certified Hospitalist physicians. Internal Medicine physicians or Family Medicine physicians with hospitalist experience are also considered....

Physician / Gynecology / California / Locum tenens / Locums OBGYN Job in California Job. Job in San Francisco Gr8Jobs

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Urgently needing a Locum OBGYN Outpatient Physician in CaliforniaCoverage dates: ASAP - Nov Scheduled Clinic Hours + CallThe ideal candidate must be Board Certified or Board Eligible with active...

Physician - Medical Director for Community Living Center (CLC)

  • Martinez, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Martinez, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Medicine Physician/Family Practice Physician/Geriatrician/Palliative care This position is responsible for direct care to Veterans in the CLC and responsible for clinical and operational oversight...

Family Medicine Physician Primary Care Physician. Job in Oakland Gr8Jobs

  • Piedmont, CA (4 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Piedmont, CA (4 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

, family practice, family medicine...

Occupational Medicine Physician

  • Richmond, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Occupational Medicine Physicians to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals. About Us At KPG Healthcare, our goal is to make the highest quality...

Physician - Pediatric Anesthesiology - Up to $150K Sign On Bonus! - John Muir Medical Center - Walnu

  • Walnut Creek, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Location: Walnut Creek, US-CA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Physician - Pediatric Anesthesiology - Up to $150K Sign On Bonus! - John Muir Medical Center - Walnu Up to $150K Sign On Bonus -...

Physician

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Evidence of board eligibility/certification is required in an appropriate primary care specialty (Internal medicine or family medicine) by an American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or American...

Demographic Data for Alameda, CA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Alameda, CA

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

$278,150


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Alameda, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.2%
Master's Degree
18.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
High School or GED
3.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
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 Alameda, 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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