General Practitioner Jobs in Harwood Heights, 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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Primary Care Physician

  • ChenMed
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 15 days ago

The Primary Care Physician (PCP) is a licensed/Board Certified/Board Eligible trained professional in internal or family medicine who plays a key role as part of the clinical operations team providing...

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Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • FCS, INC.
  • Schaumburg, IL (14 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (14 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Medical Group based near Schaumburg is seeking a Family Medicine/Internal Medicine physician. Mostly Skilled Nursing Facilities and Geriatric patient population....

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Primary Care Physician Spanish required

  • Oak Street Health
  • Elmwood Park, IL (3 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Elmwood Park, IL (3 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Graduate Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Board Certification (Or board eligible) Active, non-probationary, unrestricted State License Active DEA license US work authorization Preferred Qualifications...

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Primary Care Physician in Evergreen Park, Illinois

  • OSF Healthcare
  • Evergreen Park, IL (18 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (18 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

Overview JOB SPECIFICS: Established practice seeks a Family Medicine, Med/Peds, or Internal Medicine physician experienced or interested in population health to join our dedicated primary care team...

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Pathology Physician

  • Medicus Healthcare Solutions
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Medicus is partnering with a hospital 1 hour north of Chicago, Illinois, that has an opportunity for a Pathologist to provide locum coverage. About the Opening: Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p No...

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Hospitalist Physician

  • VISTA Staffing Solutions
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (21 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (21 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

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Physician

  • Universal Health Services
  • Forest Park, IL (6 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Forest Park, IL (6 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Physician opportunity with one of the nation's largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement...

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Primary Care Physician - Bilingual-Spanish

  • Oak Street Health
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Graduate Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Board Certification (Or board eligible) Active, non-probationary, unrestricted State License Active DEA license US work authorization Preferred Qualifications...

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Physician / Family Practice / Illinois / Locum or Permanent / Primary Care Physician openings in Chicago, IL - above-market compensation Job

  • Britt Medical Search
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Rapidly growing, innovative company of community-based healthcare centers is currently seeking Primary Care Physicians in their South Chicago, IL location....

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Pediatric Hospitalist Physician

  • Ascension
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (21 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (21 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Join an established, stable and experienced team of Physicians and Nurse Practitioners Practice setting: Inpatient High acuity Busy Pediatric Hospitalist Service Nice mix of 10 hr and 24 hr in-house...

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Physician

  • 424 Conviva Physician Group, LLC
  • Deerfield, IL (14 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (14 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Medicine or Internal Medicine Valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment (or willing to obtain) Current, unrestricted DEA license Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of two+ years...

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Epilepsy Genetics and Neurogenetics Physician-Scientist #NEU069

  • HERC
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The University of Chicago's Department of Neurology is searching for a full-time faculty member in epilepsy genetics and neurogenetics at the rank of Assistant Professor. Compensation is dependent...

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OB Hospitalist - Oak Lawn, IL

  • Advocate Health
  • Oak Lawn, IL (18 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (18 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago

St Oak Lawn, Illinois Care Delivery Brand Advocate Health Care Compensation Annual salary $315,559 - $315,559 plus a $25K sign-on bonus Description & Requirements Join Advocate Health Care as an OB Hospitalist...

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Physician - Physical Medicine & Rehab (PM&R)

  • Endeavor Health
  • Arlington Heights, IL (12 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (12 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Position Highlights: Position : Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician Hours : Fulltime Location : Arlington Heights, IL What you will need: License: Medical license in the state of IL or...

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Primary Care Physician Cantonese/Mandarin Required

  • Oak Street Health
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Harwood Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Graduate Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Board Certification (Or board eligible) Active, non-probationary, unrestricted State License Active DEA license US work authorization Preferred Qualifications...

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Demographic Data for Harwood Heights, IL

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Harwood Heights, IL

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

$187,620


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Harwood Heights, IL 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 Harwood Heights, 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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