General Practitioner Jobs in Los Alamitos, 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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Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

  • BAS Healthcare
  • Pomona, CA (19 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Pomona, CA (19 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • moments ago

Location: Located just 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, Pomona is k nown for its diverse population and rich history, Pomona offers a mix of urban amenities and suburban charm. It is home to...

Hybrid

Hospitalist Job in Los Angeles, California

  • CompHealth
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

track available after one year Open ICU with intensivist support Malpractice and tail coverage included 1099 independent contractor position Round at multiple hospitals in the region Board-certified hospitalists...

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Faculty Staff Physician

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Long Beach, CA (11 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (11 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Mary Medical Center and must be licensed by the State of California and currently certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine....

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Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • RecruitWell
  • Huntington Park, CA (15 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Huntington Park, CA (15 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Locums - Huntington Park, California, Family Practice Physician JobClinical Role: Do you know someone that might be a good fit for this position? Please ask about our generous referral fees!...

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Supervisory Physician Pasadena CA

  • HEALTHCARE RECRUITMENT COUNSELORS
  • Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related specialty preferred but will consider other specialties Telehealth experience strongly preferred Interest or experience in wellness, peptides, hormone optimization...

Remote

Urgent Care Per Diem Physician Opportunities

  • Kaiser Permanente Southern California Permanente Medical Group
  • Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Board Eligible Hourly Shift Maximum : $165.00 Board Certified Hourly Shift Maximum : $165.00 Nights/Weekends Hourly Maximum : $165.00 Per diem is non-benefited, hourly positions, including...

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Staff Physician, Radiology

  • UCLA Health
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

General Information Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Work Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule will vary based on physician preferences...

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Hospitalist Job in Los Angeles, California

  • Accolades Physician Resources
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

NOCTURNIST OPPORTUNITY THE PRACTICE: Due to growth & increased coverage, an established hospitalist group is seeking a Board Certified Family or Internal Medicine trained physician with experience or...

In Person

Staff Physician, Cardiac Surgery

  • UCLA Health
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 3 days ago

General Information Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Work Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule will be determined at hire Posted Date...

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Staff Physician Venice Family Clinic Levine

  • UCLA Health Careers
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Venice Family Clinic is a leader in providing comprehensive, high-quality health care to people in need. The organization has more than 500 staff who serve 45,000 people with compassion, dignity,...

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Physician/California/Locum Tenens/Electrophysiology Physician

  • AMN Healthcare
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Internal Medicine, internal medicine cardiology, Cardiologist, Cardiology, Heart Care, Cardio Surgery, Electrophysiology, Electrophysiologist, Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Cardiac Electrophysiology,...

In Person Contract

Physician/Family Practice/California/Locum tenens/Family

  • AMN Healthcare
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 5 days ago

, family practice, family medicine...

In Person Contract

Locum Pathology Physician job in Orange, CA - Make $390/hr - $400/hr

  • Aya Locums
  • Orange, CA (12 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Orange, CA (12 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Pathology job in Orange, CA paying $390/hour - $400/hour. Job Details: Position: Physician Specialty: Pathology Start Date: 06-22-26 Length: 3 weeks...

In Person Contract

Physician, MD, DO

  • Cherokee Federal
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Similar searchable job titles: Medical Doctor (MD) Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Primary Care Provider (PCP) Hospitalist General Practitioner (GP) Keywords: Diagnosis Patient Care Medical Evaluation...

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Anesthesiology - Cardiac Physician

  • Vituity
  • Laguna Hills, CA (23 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Laguna Hills, CA (23 miles from Los Alamitos, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Laguna Hills, CA - Seeking 1099 Cardiac Anesthesiology Physicians Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact Vituity's ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and...

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Demographic Data for Los Alamitos, CA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Los Alamitos, CA

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

$217,390


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Los Alamitos, CA 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 Los Alamitos, 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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