General Practitioner Jobs in Byron, IL

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/Illinois/Locum Tenens/No Call, Hospital Employment Job

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

An independent, community-based healthcare network in North West Illinois is seeking a Gynecologic Surgeon. This full-time, gynecology-only position offers no on-call duties or obstetric...

Hospitalist Opening in Freeport, IL

  • Freeport, IL (23 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Freeport, IL (23 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Hospitalist opening in Illinois Freeport, IL Nocturnist shift Full time A supportive team of six full-time Hospitalists and four Nurse Practitioners Position Highlights: Employed, full-time position...

Family Medicine or IM/Peds Physician in Dixon, Illinois

  • Dixon, IL (24 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Dixon, IL (24 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Overview JOB SPECIFICS Excellent work/life balance practice seeks Family Medicine or IM/Peds physician, BC/BE. Outpatient only practice. Call is 1:7, outpatient call only....

OB Hospitalist, Easy access to Major International Airports Illinois

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 12 days ago

EXCELLENT OB HOSPITALIST OPPORTUNITY 50 MINS FROM O HARE AIRPORT AND 90 MINS FROM CHICAGO Mercyhealth is seeking an OB Hospitalist to join our team at Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital Riverside Campus...

NI-Physician, Surgery: Colon and Rectal

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary UW Health in Northern Illinois seeks a BE/BC colorectal surgeon to join our expanding team. This is a unique opportunity to lead the development of a high-quality, community-based...

NI-Physician, Surgery: Plastic Surgery

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary UW Health in northern Illinois seeks a BE/BC Plastic Surgeon to join our comprehensive surgical service in Rockford, Illinois. As a valued member of UW Health Medical Group, your...

NI-Physician, Otorhinolarngology (ENT)

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago

As a member of our medical group, with over 100 primary care providers, you have the benefit of a built-in referral base from the areas preferred healthcare provider....

NI-Physician, Primary Care: Pediatrics

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago

With over 100 primary care providers, we are committed to helping you develop a practice that aligns with your professional goals and allows you to focus on areas of interest....

NI-Physician, Maternal Fetal Medicine

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary UW Health Northern Illinois seeks Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician to join our system of over 270 providers at UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital in Rockford, Illinois. Practice...

NI-Physician, Primary Care: Family Medicine

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago

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NI-Physician, Primary Care: Internal Medicine

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago

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NI-Physician, Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago

As a member of our medical group with over 280 employed providers, including comprehensive cardiology and pulmonary teams as well as over 100 primary care providers, you have the benefit of a built-in...

NI-Physician, Pediatric Endocrinology

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Built-in referral base as member of the region's leading group for primary care providers Extended support from pediatric specialists at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health...

Family Medicine Faculty Physician with OB

  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (14 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 16 days ago

position in its innovative Primary Care Clinic Program....

Physician - Pathology in Illinois

  • Dixon, IL (24 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Dixon, IL (24 miles from Byron, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Are you a Pathologist searching for your next exciting locum tenens opportunity? This position with one of VISTAs healthcare partners in Illinois might just be the opportunity for you! Opportunity...

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Byron, IL

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

$206,010


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Byron, IL 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 Byron, IL
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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