General Practitioner Jobs in Nas Meridian, MS

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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Physician / Gynecology / Mississippi / Locum or Permanent / Obstetrics

  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 22 hours ago
  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 22 hours ago

Rooms located on the OB/GYN floor All suites are LDRP and recently renovated Ability to step into an already existing high volume practice with a large 8 county referral base already established Adult Hospitalist...

Physician / Surgery - Orthopedics-Sports Medicine / Mississippi

  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 22 hours ago
  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 22 hours ago

Mix of surgery and clinic days Join a team of 5 physicians Weekday general ortho call of 1:4 and 1:6 call on weekends 2 da Vinci robots on-site Fellowship required Teaching opportunities for local family...

Physician / Hospitalist / Mississippi / Locum or Permanent

  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 22 hours ago
  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 22 hours ago

Hospitalist/Internal Medicine - East MS. Client is looking for a BC/BE Internal Medicine Hospitalist to join our well established Program....

Physician / Family Practice / Mississippi / Locum or Permanent

  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 22 hours ago
  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 22 hours ago

Locums, Inc. is seeking a Family or Internal Medicine Physician who is compassionate and empathetic for long-term contract placement working with mentally ill patients in Meridian, MS....

Physician / Family Practice / Alabama / Locums to Perm / Locum to

  • Epes, AL (23 miles from Nas Meridian, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Epes, AL (23 miles from Nas Meridian, MS)
  • 2 days ago

Locum to Permanent Primary Care Physician Needed Near Epes, AL A prominent hospital in Western Alabama is looking to on-board a full time primary care physician....

Physician / Hospitalist - Pediatric / Mississippi / Locum tenens

  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 2 days ago

Locum Neonatology MS Compact State 1 week per monthPosition Details:- Location: Meridian, MS- Duration: August 28 - ongoing- Schedule: 1 full week per month- Call Shift: 24-hour call coverage,...

Physician / Family Practice / Alabama / Permanent / Locum to Permanent

  • Epes, AL (23 miles from Nas Meridian, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Epes, AL (23 miles from Nas Meridian, MS)
  • 2 days ago

Locum to Permanent Primary Care Physician Needed Near Epes, AL A prominent hospital in Western Alabama is looking to on-board a full time primary care physician....

Hospitalist Job

  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Nas Meridian, MS
  • 2 days ago

Hospitalist/Internal Medicine - East MS. Client is looking for a BC/BE Internal Medicine Hospitalist to join our well established Program....

Physician - Primary Care/Sports Medicine

  • Meridian, MS (17 miles from Nas Meridian, MS)
  • 20 days ago
  • Meridian, MS (17 miles from Nas Meridian, MS)
  • 20 days ago

Practice clinic locations which serve as excellent referral sources....

Physician - Diagnostic Radiology

  • Meridian, MS (17 miles from Nas Meridian, MS)
  • 20 days ago
  • Meridian, MS (17 miles from Nas Meridian, MS)
  • 20 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 Nas Meridian, MS

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Nas Meridian, MS

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in Nas Meridian, MS as reported by the BLS.

$261,520


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Nas Meridian, MS 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 Nas Meridian, MS
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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