General Practitioner Jobs in Fort Pierce, FL

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 / Psychiatry / Florida / Locum tenens / Psychiatrist Job

  • Port Saint Lucie, FL (17 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL (17 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 13 hours ago

Community mental health center in the Port St Lucie area seeking a Psychiatrist for 2 days per week. Monday-Friday. 8-5 Days are flexible. All outpatient and no call. GREAT PAY Ideal candidate is...

Physician / Perinatology / Florida / Permanent / Maternal Fetal

  • Stuart, FL (23 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Stuart, FL (23 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 13 hours ago

You will enjoy practicing on the Florida coast, just 20 minutes east of Port St Lucie. Stuart is frequently cited as one of the best small towns to visit in the U.S., in large part because of its...

Physician / Psychiatry / Florida / Locum tenens / Child Psychiatrist

  • Port Saint Lucie, FL (17 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL (17 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 13 hours ago

Beautiful Port St Lucie and WPB facilities has immediate opening for child psychiatrist. This is a locum assignment offering 18-24 hours per week with room to increase hours. All outpatient and no...

Physician / Oncology / Florida / Permanent / Top-tier Florida Clinic

  • Vero Beach, FL (16 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Vero Beach, FL (16 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 13 hours ago

You will enjoy living on the Treasure Coast of Florida, with a year round average temperature of 73.4 degrees. You will appreciate the many shops and pubs, festivals, concerts in the park, a...

Family Practice-Without OB (Physician #)

  • Port Saint Lucie, FL (17 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL (17 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 13 hours ago

Specialization: Family Medicine without OB Job Summary: HCA Florida St....

Physician / Geriatrics / Florida / Permanent / Geriatric Medicine

  • Stuart, FL (23 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stuart, FL (23 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Open to Internal Medicine - Family Medicine - Geriatrics Value-based care model Outpatient-onlysetting Excellent work-life balance Provide efficient and comprehensive care Quality overQuantity - see...

Physician / Family Practice / Florida / Permanent / Family Medicine

  • Stuart, FL (23 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stuart, FL (23 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Open to Internal Medicine - Family Medicine - Geriatrics Value-based care model Outpatient-onlysetting Excellent work-life balance Provide efficient and comprehensive care Quality overQuantity - see...

Physician / Surgery - Vascular / Florida / Permanent / Vascular

  • Vero Beach, FL (16 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vero Beach, FL (16 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago

The practice is part of a large physician network of hospital-employed surgeons and primary care physicians. Call is shared equally among 3 vascular surgeons....

Physician / Surgery - Vascular / Florida / Locum or Permanent

  • Vero Beach, FL (16 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vero Beach, FL (16 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago

The practice is part of a large physician network of hospital-employed surgeons and primary care physicians. Call is shared equally among 3 vascular surgeons....

Physician / Family Practice / Florida / Permanent / Join our

  • Stuart, FL (23 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stuart, FL (23 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We are experts in senior-focused primary care with a multidisciplinary approach.A day in the life of a Conviva physician:See 12-15 patients per day....

Physician / Family Practice / Florida / Permanent / Primary Care

  • Port Saint Lucie, FL (17 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL (17 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Primary Care Physician/Flexible scheduleJoin an expanding Primary Care team. Prominent FQHC with over 25 years with 8 centers on the Treasure Coast. Flexible work schedule!...

Physician / Family Practice / Florida / Permanent / Family Practice

  • Fellsmere, FL (21 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fellsmere, FL (21 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Physician/Family Practice/Outpatient Clinic Job Responsibilities and Requirements The Family Practice Physician will be responsible for planning and implementing primary care services to patients per...

Physician / Psychiatry / Florida / Permanent / BC/BE Psychiatrist

  • Stuart, FL (23 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stuart, FL (23 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Seeking a full-time permanent Psychiatrist Join a well-respected team that will consider you family Ideally able to see ages 12 and up; but 18 and up is fine Outpatient only Monday " Friday 8am "...

Physician / Family Practice / Florida / Permanent / Lead Medical

  • Vero Beach, FL (16 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vero Beach, FL (16 miles from Fort Pierce, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview The Lead Medical Provider is a key leadership roleblending direct patient care with significant administrative and supervisory responsibilities. Working closely with the Chief...

Physician / Hospitalist / Florida / Permanent / OB Hospitalist

  • Fort Pierce, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Pierce, FL
  • 2 days ago

We have numerous opportunities for an experienced OB Hospitalist w ith highly competitive pay rates in Fort Pierce, FL....

Demographic Data for Fort Pierce, FL

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Fort Pierce, FL

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in Fort Pierce, FL as reported by the BLS.

$228,730


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Fort Pierce, FL 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
2.8%
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 Fort Pierce, FL
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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