General Practitioner Jobs in Nipomo, 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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Primary Care Physician - Bc Ob/Gyn

  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Practice, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, or Pediatrics is required.Board Certified or board eligibility required.Maintains current knowledge in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, or Pediatrics...

Primary Care Physician - Bc Family Medicine

  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Practice, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, or Pediatrics required.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform...

Family Practice Primary Care Physician Coastal Beach

  • Pismo Beach, CA (10 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Pismo Beach, CA (10 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Family Practice Primary Care Physician Coastal Beach Posted Date: 11/04/2021 Location: Pismo Beach, central coastal California Description: Pismo Beach seeks a Family Practice physician for primary...

Obstetrics Hospitalist Physician

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

Requirements Obstetrics Hospitalist Physician StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $174.60 - $189.00 This facility is seeking an Obstetrics Hospitalist Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a...

Core Faculty Physician

  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At the Family Medicine Center, we offer guidance on preventative care, immunization, and health maintenance with patient education and screening programs....

Physician, Family Medicine (San Luis Obispo, CA)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Qualifications MD or DO with Directly Related Experience in Family Medicine Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine Perform Typical Primary Care Procedures DEA Certificate Eligible to Work...

Primary Care Physician - BC Pediatrician

  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Board Certified/Eligible Family Practice, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN or Pediatrics, required....

In-Home Health - Physician (Part Time) - Bakersfield or San Luis Obispo, CA

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 23 days ago

." - M.L., MD "The primary care physician gets a snapshot of a person in an office setting, but with Signify Health, we see things like the number of steps to enter their home, the state of disrepair...

Physician

  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 26 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...

Physician - Nocurnist - Hospital Medicine - Adventist Health Sierra Vista

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 26 days ago

The Opportunity Seeking Board Eligible/Certified Hospitalist physicians. Current CA state license is a plus. Visa Candidates are encouraged to apply. This is a nocturnist position....

Primary Care Physician - Pediatrician

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Board Certified/Eligible Family Practice, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN or Pediatrics, required....

Physician

  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Board certified or eligible in internal or family medicine. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness....

Physician Hourly

  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA (17 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Board certified or eligible in internal or family medicine. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness....

Physician - Hospital Medicine - French Hospital Medical Center

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Seeking Board Eligible/Certified Internal Medicine Physicians or Family Medicine with previous inpatient experience. Current CA state license is a plus....

Physician - Hospital Medicine - Adventist Health Sierra Vista

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (16 miles from Nipomo, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

The Opportunity Seeking Board Eligible/Certified Hospitalist physicians. Current CA state license is a plus. Full-time opportunities available. Visa Candidates are encouraged to apply....

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Nipomo, CA

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

$336,950


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Nipomo, CA 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
2.7%
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 Nipomo, 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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