General Practitioner Jobs in South Elgin, 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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Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Addison, IL (15 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Addison, IL (15 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

A growing Family Practice group located near the O'Hare airport has a locum opening for a local Family Physician....

Physician - Pediatric Neurology

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (14 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (14 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Details Specialty: Pediatric Neurology Subspecialty Interest: Headache/Concussion Schedule: 32 patient hours per week Call Schedule: 1:3 Practice Detail: Join two board certified Pediatric...

Telemedicine Physician

  • Des Plaines, IL (22 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (22 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Whether your background is in primary care, internal medicine, addiction medicine, emergency medicine, or urgent care, this role provides an opportunity to practice modern, high-quality medicine without...

Physician: Physical Medicine & Rehab - Pediatrics, Wheaton, IL

  • Wheaton, IL (13 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (13 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group is the premier provider of healthcare services in Chicagos west, south and northwest suburbs, with more than 700 primary care physicians and specialists....

Physician - Hospitalist

  • Arlington Heights, IL (18 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (18 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 4 days ago

A Brief Overview: As a Physician - Hospitalist, you will be an integral part of our hospital's medical team, responsible for the comprehensive care and management of patients during their hospital stay...

Physician - Weight Management

  • Arlington Heights, IL (18 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (18 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Endocrinology, or another relevant specialty preferred. Active medical license or eligibility for licensure in Illinois....

A Facility In Il Is Looking For A Locums Hospitalist Job-3051781

  • Dekalb, IL (22 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dekalb, IL (22 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 6 days ago

shifts, with 7 on / 7 off scheduleMust be able to do 7 on / 7 off or at least 2 blocks of 5 per monthExpect 15 - 20 patient encounters during the day, and 5 - 8 admits per nightNo procedures required; hospitalists...

Physician - Family Medicine, 95th Street

  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 7 days ago

/eligible by the American Board of Family Medicine....

Physician - Internal/Family Medicine

  • Mount Prospect, IL (20 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (20 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Board certified or eligible in Family or Internal Medicine 3. Active DEA and Illinois Controlled SubstanceLicense 4....

Physician - Family Medicine, Rickert

  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 7 days ago

at NorthShore University Health System in Naperville, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description Endeavor Health is seeking a BC/BE eligible Family Medicine Physician in the Western Suburbs...

Physician MG - Primary Care Practice 15 Buffalo Gr

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (22 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (22 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Board certified or eligible in Family or Internal Medicine 3. Active DEA and Illinois Controlled SubstanceLicense 4....

Physician - Pediatrics - Vernon Hills IL

  • Vernon Hills, IL (24 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (24 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Our patients have access to a vast network of primary care pediatricians in addition to subspecialty experts across numerous disciplines....

Physician - Family/Internal Medicine - Schaumburg

  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Board certified or eligible in Family or Internal Medicine 3. Active DEA and Illinois Controlled SubstanceLicense 4....

Physician - Family/Internal Medicine - Kildeer

  • Kildeer, IL (14 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kildeer, IL (14 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Board certified or eligible in Family or Internal Medicine 3. Active DEA and Illinois Controlled SubstanceLicense 4....

Physician - Family/Internal Medicine - Rolling Mea

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (15 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (15 miles from South Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Board certified or eligible in Family or Internal Medicine 3. Active DEA and Illinois Controlled SubstanceLicense 4....

Demographic Data for South Elgin, IL

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in South Elgin, IL

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

$187,620


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in South Elgin, IL offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.4%
Master's Degree
17.9%
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 South Elgin, 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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