General Practitioner Jobs in Rayne, LA

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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Louisiana OB Hospitalist Locum Tenens

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 17 hours ago

Your Next Locum Tenens Opportunity Seeking OB Hospitalist Setting: Inpatient Schedule: 12 hr shifts; 7a-7p or 7p-7a Volume: 6-8 patients per shift Coverage: Five (5) stints per month starting in March...

Primary Care Physician openings in Lafayette, LA - above-market compensation

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 17 hours ago

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

Primary Care Physician Opportunity- Lafayette, LA

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 17 hours ago

The Alexandria VA Medical Center is seeking two full-time, BC/BE, Primary Care Physicians to serve as members of its Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) in Pineville or Lafayette, LA....

Hospitalist Physician Job with Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady in Lafayette, LA

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 17 hours ago

Hospitalist Physician Job with Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady in Lafayette, LA Join to apply for the Hospitalist Physician position with Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady in Lafayette, LA at...

Primary Care Physician - Outpatient - Lafayette, LA

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 17 hours ago

Medicine specialty Board Certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Geriatric Medicine This role is considered patient facing and is part of Humana/Senior Bridge's Tuberculosis (TB) screening...

Physician / Gynecology / Louisiana / Locum tenens / Physician

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Are you an OB Hospitalist Physician searching for your next exciting locum tenens opportunity?...

Physician / Family Practice / Louisiana / Locum or Permanent / Family

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Lafayette, LA Full Time Hours: Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm Employed Average Patients seen: Average patient census is 10-12 Call Schedule: Minimal Call Sign-On Bonus Compensation: Annual earning...

Physician / Pathology / Louisiana / Locum or Permanent / Physician

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a Pathologist, searching for your next perm position? This position with one of VISTA s healthcare partners in Lafayette, Louisiana might just be the opportunity for you! Opportunity...

Physician / Geriatrics / Louisiana / Permanent / Primary Care

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago

A great group in the Lafayette, LA area has an opening for a Primary Care Physician....

Physician / Family Practice / Louisiana / Permanent / Family

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago

care for older adults on Medicare, with the goal of keeping patients healthy and living life to the fullest - Salary and Benefits - Above-market compensation - Base salary (without R.V.U. targets)...

Physician / Family Practice with OB / Louisiana / Permanent / Family

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Family Practice with OB OpportunityLafayette, LA more information on this Family Practice with OB opening and others like it through Metropolis, a Provider Engagement Platform that connects you with...

Physician / Geriatrics / Louisiana / Permanent / Primary Care

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Medicine specialtyBoard Certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Geriatric MedicineThis role is considered patient facing and is part of the Tuberculosis (TB) screening program....

Physician / Surgery - Orthopedics / Louisiana / Permanent / Louisiana

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago

You will enjoy working in Lafayette. It is along the Vermillion River in the southwestern part of the state. The city of Lafayette is the fourth largest in the state. It is known as the heart of...

Physician / Family Practice / Louisiana / Permanent / Lafayette, LA

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 1 day ago

We are currently scheduling interviews with an established single-specialty dermatology practice located in Lafayette, LA adding another dermatologist. The practice has an a mazing reputation that...

Physician / Louisiana / Locum Tenens / Enjoy Loan Forgiveness Near

  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (16 miles from Rayne, LA)
  • 3 days ago

Our client in central Louisiana is seeking an Cardiac Electrophysiologist to join an established practice within their medical group. This 241-bed facility employs approximately 1,600 associates...

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Rayne, LA

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

$238,000


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Rayne, LA 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 Rayne, LA
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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