General Practitioner Jobs in New Jersey

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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ABA Therapist Afternoon Part Time Hours

  • Golden Care Therapy
  • Salem, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Salem, NJ
  • 14 days ago

$500 SIGN-ON BONUS! ABA Therapist Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour Job Type: Part Time/Possibility for Full Time Benefits: Tuition Assistance Ongoing Training Flexible Schedule Opportunities for...

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Physician Pathways Program - Primary Care Resident - Manahawkin, NJ - Optum

  • United Health Group
  • Manahawkin, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Manahawkin, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

As a part of the Optum network, Optum NJ is seeking career-minded final-year Primary Care Residents and Fellows ready to get a head start on their clinical career with a forward-thinking organization...

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Hospitalist Physician

  • Medical-Link N. America
  • NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • NJ
  • 11 hours ago

Location: Hudson County Specialty: Emergency Medicine Provider Type: MD/DO (will take FM/IM/EM, must be BC) Number of openings : 1-2 (client is looking for coverage 3-4 shifts/week ongoing)...

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Hospitalist Physician

  • StaffMD
  • NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • NJ
  • 12 hours ago

StaffMD has a client needing a Physician remotely for a Weight Loss Clinic in New Jersey. Any specialty is acceptable. Any Specialty New Jersey Medical License Telemedicine Consultation 15 Minute...

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Cardiology - Noninvasive Physician

  • Atlanticare Health System
  • Pomona, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Pomona, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Medicine & Family Medicine residents Medical School affiliation in development Inpatient/Hospital Settings Two hospital campuses with closed ICUs and consult-based cardiology services Busy STEMI and...

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Ophthalmology Physician

  • Nortek Medical Staffing
  • Spring Lake, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Spring Lake, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

A high-performing ophthalmology practice is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Ophthalmologist to join its growing surgical team as part of a retirement backfill opportunity. This role...

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Physician

  • Cooper University Health Care
  • Collingswood, NJ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Collingswood, NJ
  • 15 hours ago

Short Description We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Practice Physician to join our Cooper Care Alliance team....

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PM&R Physician - Non-Operative Spine Care Woodland Park and Paramus,

  • Englewood Orthopedic Associates
  • Little Falls, NJ
  • 16 hours ago
  • Little Falls, NJ
  • 16 hours ago

Englewood Orthopedic Associates (EOA) is looking for a motivated PM&R physician to join our team. Fellowship training in pain management is preferred but not required. This individual will be...

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Advanced Heart Failure - Physician - Virtua Health, New Jersey

  • Virtua
  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Conveniently located throughout four counties in Southern New Jersey, VMG offers internal medicine, primary care, urgent care, and many medical and surgical specialties....

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Hospitalist Nocturnist

  • Hackensack Meridian Health
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Experience: 3+ years of post-residency experience as a Hospitalist is required. ? Training: Completion of an Internal Medicine residency at an accredited US program. ?...

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Hospitalist

  • Jefferson
  • Turnersville, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Turnersville, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Completion of an accredited residency program in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and excellent communication skills....

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Physician Family Practice

  • Cooper University Health Care
  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Short Description The Department of Cooper Family Medicine is a part of Cooper University Health Care and provides Primary Care Services to the communities of Southern New Jersey....

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Conveniently located throughout four counties in Southern New Jersey, VMG offers internal medicine, primary care, urgent care, and many medical and surgical specialties....

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Per Diem Physician - Clifton, NJ

  • PM Pediatrics
  • Clifton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

PM Pediatric Care also enjoys a solid relationship with the local communities, maintaining an outstanding reputation with both patients and their primary care providers....

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Physician - Paramus, NJ

  • PM Pediatrics
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 2 days ago

PM Pediatric Care also enjoys a solid relationship with the local communities, maintaining an outstanding reputation with both patients and their primary care providers....

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Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in New Jersey

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

$258,880


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in New Jersey offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
55.6%
Master's Degree
18.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
High School or GED
3.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
Associate's Degree
2.9%
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 New Jersey
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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