General Practitioner Jobs in Torrance, 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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Hospitalist Job in Los Angeles, California

  • CompHealth
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, 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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Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Pacific Companies
  • Valley Village, CA (23 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Valley Village, CA (23 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Specialty: Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician Location: Los Angeles, CA Duration: August 1 December 31 (option to extend) Details: Schedule: Mon-Fri (8a-5p) 4-5 days per week Scope: Outpatient...

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Faculty Staff Physician

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Long Beach, CA (3 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (3 miles from Torrance, 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 (11 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Huntington Park, CA (11 miles from Torrance, 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 Torrance, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Torrance, 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...

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Urgent Care Per Diem Physician Opportunities

  • Kaiser Permanente Southern California Permanente Medical Group
  • Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Torrance, 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 (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, 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 (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, 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...

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Staff Physician, Cardiac Surgery

  • UCLA Health
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, 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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Physician/Family Practice/California/Locum Tenens/Locums FM,IM

  • Hayman Daugherty Associates, Inc
  • Glendale, CA (23 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (23 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Immediate need for a Family Medicine/Internal Medicine to join a locum practice in CaliforniaCoverage dates: ASAP - Ongoing2 hours of work per day.No call coverage.Outpatient practice setting.Prefer...

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Staff Physician Venice Family Clinic Levine

  • UCLA Health Careers
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, 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 (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 5 days ago

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

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Physician/Family Practice/California/Locum tenens/Family

  • AMN Healthcare
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 5 days ago

, family practice, family medicine...

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Physician, MD, DO

  • Cherokee Federal
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, 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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Staff Physician - Venice Family Clinic - Levine

  • UCLA Health
  • Venice, CA (14 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Venice, CA (14 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Board Certified physician in Family Medicine, Med/Peds, or Internal Medicine, required. Knowledge of medical problems of minorities, medically underserved populations, and the homeless, preferred....

In Person

Demographic Data for Torrance, CA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Torrance, CA

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in Torrance, 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 Torrance, 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 Torrance, 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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