General Practitioner Jobs in Louisiana

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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A facility with 334 beds and an open ICU is seeking a hospitalist physician associate for locum tenens coverage. The facility is located in Lafayette, LA....

Physician

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 13 days 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...

-Great opportunity to work with stroke patients and diversify your skillset- Opportunity to work with fellows and internal medicine residents- Research opportunities available- EMR: MEDITECH Expanse...

Primary Care Physician

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago

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

Physician - Family Medicine. Job in Shreveport Gr8Jobs

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago

CHRISTUS Health in Shreveport, Louisiana is seeking a BC/BE Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician to join our well-established team....

We, here at Cross Country Locums, have several openings and I think your skills would be a great asset. Would you be available to help? I am looking for Physicians like you who specialize in...

Medicine (FM) Physician must be comfortable seeing patients of all ages (there is a Pediatrician & Internal Medicine on staff) Direct Access to Leadership (open door policy); CEO is also the owner...

Hospitalist job in New Orleans LA. Job in New Orleans Gr8Jobs

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago

New Orleans is a Louisiana city on the Mississippi River, near the Gulf of Mexico. Nicknamed the 'Big Easy,' it's known for its round-the-clock nightlife, vibrant live-music scene, and flavorful...

A nationally accredited not-for-profit, large health system in a Louisiana metropolitan area is seeking a BE/BC Internal Medicine Hospitalist to join its growing team of 70+ Hospitalists....

Physician - Oculoplastic Surgeon

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago

Ochsner Health a DEPARTMENT of OPHTHALMOLOGYOchsner Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible ophthalmologist with ASOPRS fellowship training in oculoplastic, reconstructive, and cosmetic...

Physician - Hospital Medicine / Swing Shift / Nocturnists

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago

BC/BE Internal Medicine and Family Medicine physicians are welcomed to apply....

Physician Sr. Principal Leader

  • LA
  • 4 days ago
  • LA
  • 4 days ago

Physician is board certified in preventive medicine or a primary care specialty to serve as the Medical Director....

Telehealth Physician - Fully Remote

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 4 days ago

Board certified in Family Medicine, Med-Peds, or Emergency Medicine Minimum 2 years of clinical experience preferred Comfortable prescribing compound medications and managing complex chronic conditions...

Remote Work

Physician PRN

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 4 days 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...

Amazing Chief Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Service Physician Opportunity Serving our Nations Hero's Overton Brooks VA Medical Center is recruiting for a full-time permanent board...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Louisiana

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

$238,000


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Louisiana offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.4%
Master's Degree
17.8%
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 Louisiana
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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