General Practitioner Jobs in Westwego, 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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Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Internal Medicine - $120 to $125 per hour in Shreveport, LA

  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 9 hours ago

care model with complex case management Requirements MDs only - board certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Louisiana license and DEA required 12+ months experience needed Spanish fluency...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Gretna, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gretna, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or a related specialty....

Day Hospitalist With J1 Visa on the Mississippi Gulf Coast; 1 Hour From New Orleans

  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 2 days ago

Quick Facts Hospitalist position available; 7-on/7-off block schedule from 7 am 7 pm Days only as all nights are covered Reasonable patient census of 13 18 Open ICU with intensivist support No procedures...

Swing Hospitalist Admitter Needed in New Orleans, Louisiana

  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 2 days ago

medicine- and family practice-trained hospitalists Located in the vibrant city of New Orleans, offering a unique lifestyle and culture Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and...

Physician / Family Practice / Louisiana / Permanent / Primary Care Providers Needed in the Big Easy!. Job in New Orleans Gr8Jobs

  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 6 days ago

Adding Primary Care Physicians in 2023 and 2024.Welcome to ChenMed and our family of companies: ChenMed, JenCare and Dedicated Care....

Physician / Medical Director / Louisiana / Permanent / Center Medical Directors Needed for Top Prima. Job in New Orleans Gr8Jobs

  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 6 days ago

Our primary care physicians are true hands-on caregivers transforming the health and lives of seniors on Medicare Advantage....

Physician / Geriatrics / Louisiana / Permanent / Primary Care Physician in New Orleans Job. Job in New Orleans Gr8Jobs

  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 6 days ago

Were different than most primary care providers....

Physician / Family Practice / Louisiana / Permanent / Medical Director Outpatient Opportunity New Or. Job in New Orleans Gr8Jobs

  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 6 days ago

Our team is expanding and were seeking Center Medical Directors with leadership experience and specialization in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, and/or Geriatrics to join our New Orleans, LA team...

Primary Care Physician - New Orleans, La

  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 7 days ago

Primary Care Plus is looking for well qualified Internal Medicine and Family Practice physicians to join our growing practice in NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana.PCPlus clinics are part of a clinically integrated...

Physician - PRN Urgent Care - All Regions

  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago

** Ochsner Health is recruiting BC/BE Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine Physicians for our Urgent Care Clinics located throughout the GREATER NEW ORLEANS REGION and the surrounding...

Physician - Pulmonary Critical Care & Sleep Medicine

  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago

Candidates must be board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Medicine and Sleep Medicine is preferred....

Physician PhD - Psychologist

  • Chalmette, LA (15 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chalmette, LA (15 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate,** **and innovate. We believe** **that every award...

Physician - General Anesthesiologists

  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (8 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate,** **and innovate. We believe** **that every award...

Physician - Pulmonary Clearview

  • Metairie, LA (6 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Metairie, LA (6 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago

Candidates must be board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Medicine. Additional board eligibility/board certification in Critical Care Medicine is required....

Physician - Adult Reconstruction Surgeon

  • Kenner, LA (6 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Kenner, LA (6 miles from Westwego, LA)
  • 10 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate,** **and innovate. We believe** **that every award...

Demographic Data for Westwego, LA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Westwego, LA

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

$298,980


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Westwego, LA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.2%
Master's Degree
18.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
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 Westwego, 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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