General Practitioner Jobs in Gainesville, 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 (Primary Care) - Deputy Associate Chief Of Staff

  • Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
  • Gainesville, FL
  • moments ago
  • Gainesville, FL
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Preferred Board Certified in Primary Care or Internal Medicine. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit....

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Physician / Critical Care / Florida / Permanent / TGH Florida Critical Care Medicine Opening Job

  • Pinnacle Health Group..
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 days ago

Medicine Department with over 26 divisions 7 days on 7 days off rotation in Medical ICU Unit; 24 weeks per year, up to 40% night shifts Academic appointment with opportunity to teach and supervise...

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Medicine background required H-1B transfers welcome Our services are free for you We help negotiate your salary and contract We coordinate interviews and help with licenses Specialized recruiters match...

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Physician / Physical Medicine and Rehab / Florida / Permanent / Academic PM&R Robust PTO Florida Job

  • The Medicus Firm
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago

Academic Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Physician University of Florida UF Health Gainesville, Florida Position Highlights Academic Faculty Opportunity: Join a rapidly expanding PM&R...

Hybrid

Whether you are searching for a position in your area or in another state, we have professionals to help you achieve your goals through our relationships with facilities nationwide - in rural...

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Physician / Pediatrics / Florida / Permanent / Pediatrics - North Central Florida100% outpatient pos

  • Medicorp, Inc
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago

Outpatient Pediatrics Private Practice - Florida 100% outpatient only position with no inpatient rounding Must be BC/BE by the American Board of Pediatrics Private practice setting Base salary up...

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Physician / Geriatrics / Florida / Locum tenens / Primary Care MD Job

  • All Medical Personnel
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago

Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatric Medicine (per Order notes)....

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Physician / Florida / Locum tenens / Physician - Neonatal - Perinatal Medicine in Florida Job

  • VISTA Staffing Solutions
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago

Are you a Neonatology physician searching for your next locum tenens opportunity? This position with one of VISTA's healthcare partners in Florida might be the perfect fit for you! Opportunity...

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Requesting Contact-FL Anesthesiology Locums Physicians Job 5005

  • SMART Physician Recruiting
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago

SMART is actively recruiting for Anesthesiologist locums candidatesto provide coverage for a client of ours in Florida. Coverage is needed as soon as you are credentialed and...

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Physician / Family Practice / Florida / Permanent / Kyloe Test Vacancy 1 Job

  • Integrity Healthcare...
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for an HTML5 developer who is motivated to combine the art of design with the art of programming. Responsibilities will include the translation of the UI/UX design wireframes to...

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Physician / Hospice / Florida / Permanent / Florida Academic Hospice and Palliative Medicine Opening

  • Pinnacle Health Group..
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago

Academic Hospice and Palliative Medicine Associated with Nationally Ranked Teaching Hospital Inpatient palliative care consultations Position includes mixture of clinical as well as teaching /...

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Physician / Pulmonology - Critical Care / Florida / Permanent / Pulm CC on FL coast Job

  • Medicorp, Inc
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago

Medicine, Pulmonology, Geriatrics, Infectious Disease, Thoracic Surgery, and Anesthesiology....

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Physician / Critical Care / Florida / Permanent / TGH Florida Cardiac Critical Care Opening Job

  • Pinnacle Health Group..
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago

Medicine Department with over 26 divisions 7 days on 7 days off rotation in Cardiac ICU Unit....

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Physician / Hospitalist / Florida / Permanent / Hospitalist opening in the Melbourne, FL area Job

  • GO Staffing
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago

Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible Hospitalist Daytime hospitalist position Schedule to be discussed on interview Shared on-call duties Cover 2 hospitals in the area, open ICU No procedures required...

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Other Physician

  • Physician Providers Mgmt. Corp.
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 4 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completed US residency program in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine, Board Certified or Board Eligible Current unincumbered state license, No current malpractice issues, Comfortable...

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Gainesville, FL

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

$256,830


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Gainesville, FL 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 Gainesville, 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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