General Practitioner Jobs in Georgetown, KY

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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Locum Hospitalist Physician job in Lexington, KY - Make $195/hr - $200/hr

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 5 days ago

License & Certifications: Board certification in internal medicine or family medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine (AOBIM)...

Hospitalist Physician. Job in Paris Gr8Jobs

  • Paris, KY (17 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Paris, KY (17 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 6 days ago

Are you a hospital medicine (HM) provider seeking more control over your schedule and a better work-life balance? Join TeamHealth in central Kentucky and experience the benefits of a flexible PRN...

Nocturnist Physician

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Hospitalist Nocturnist, Hospitalist, Nocturnist, General Medicine, Overnight, locum tenens hospitalist, Overnight Care, Physician, Healthcare, Health Care, Patient Care, Hospital, Medical, Doctor, Md...

OB Hospitalist Locums need in Kentucky

  • Frankfort, KY (18 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY (18 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary: Locums Choice seeks an OB Hospitalist for coverage in Kentucky. Candidates must be Board Certified....

Cardiology Clinical Physician - ACHD

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

LicenseBoard Certified in Internal MedicineBoard Eligible or Board Certified in subspecialty of Cardiovascular DiseasesJob SummaryThe Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Kentucky is...

Cardiology Clinical Physician - Heart Failure

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

ExperienceCompletion of residency training in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Medicine FellowshipClinical cardiology experience is requiredRequired License/Registration/CertificationKentucky Medical...

Electrophysiology Cardiology Clinical Physician

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Medicine at the University of Kentucky seeks a leader in Electrophysiology to serve in the role of Section Chief....

Endocrinology Clinical Physician

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Medicine that will act as an attending physician for Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Division....

Hematology Clinical Physician

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleHematology Clinical PhysicianRequisition NumberFE04415Working TitleDepartment Name7H368:INTERNAL...

Rheumatology Clinical Physician

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Medicine....

General Internal Medicine Clinical Physician

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Medicine is seeking a Clinical Physician for an opportunity in an academically oriented ambulatory position in the Division of General Internal Medicine, Polk Dalton Clinic....

Cardiology Clinical Physician - General Cardiology

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

ExperienceCompletion of residency training in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Medicine FellowshipClinical cardiology experience is requiredRequired License/Registration/CertificationKentucky Medical...

Clinical Physician in Medical Oncology

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Board certified in Internal Medicine/board eligible in Medical OncologyJob SummaryThe University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center and Department of Internal Medicine/Division of Medical Oncology is...

Cardiology Clinical Physician - Cardio-oncology

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

LicenseBoard Certified in Internal MedicineBoard Eligible or Board Certified in subspecialty of Cardiovascular DiseasesJob SummaryThe Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Kentucky is...

Physician - part time

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or Hospital Medicine Current unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of employment Active DEA License Proficiency with EMR Compassionate, intelligent...

Demographic Data for Georgetown, KY

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Georgetown, KY

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

$291,650


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Georgetown, KY 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 Georgetown, KY
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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