General Practitioner Jobs in Smithtown, NY

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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Primary Care Physician

  • Fairfield, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fairfield, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

medicine residency (three years minimum) or ABFM-recognized family medicine residency (three years minimum) Licensure Valid American Board certification in either internal medicine or family medicine...

Physician-Emergency Department (United Hospital Center)

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply for this position and be considered, click the Apply button above and complete the application in full. Below, you'll...

Physician - Family Practice

  • Stamford, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

Practice-Without OB Physician - $220,000/yearly - $240,000/yearly Fairfield, CT $220,000.00-$240,000.00 5 hours ago Physician, Internal Medicine, Primary Care Physician, Internal Medicine, Primary...

Primary Care Physician Opportunity in Bridgeport, CT making $245k + Bonus

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Medicine or Family Medicine Board Certification (or eligible) No Residents Fellowship training in Geriatrics (preferred, not required) Create a job alert for this search Primary Care Physician Bridgeport...

Primary Care Physician opening in Bridgeport, CT - Partnership Track

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Seeking a BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician who is intrinsically motivated to provide excellent care to older adults in the Bridgeport, CT area....

Family Practice-Without OB (Physician #)

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

: TBD Employment type: Full-Time Healthcare United is seeking a BE/BC Family Medicine Physician to join a multi-specialty group near Bridgeport, Connecticut....

Hospitalist Physician

  • Fairfield, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Fairfield, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Requirements: Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine Minimum of 3 years of hospitalist experience required Availability to work Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 4 PM with one weekend...

Hospitalist

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Completed an accredited residency in Internal Medicine. Board certified or eligible in Internal Medicine. Opportunity Highlights: Non-profit, 300-bed new hospital with a 20-bed critical care unit....

GI Hospitalist, Assistant/Associate Professor, Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology (155371) Stony Brook University

  • Stony Brook, NY (5 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (5 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 18 hours ago

Board Certified in Internal Medicine, BC/BE in Gastroenterology. Experience in clinical care and teaching. Skilled in a variety of endoscopic procedures....

Physician / Surgery - Trauma / Connecticut / Permanent / Trauma

  • Stamford, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago

A health services organization in Connecticut is currently seeking a board-certified Trauma Surgeon to join their growing team! About the Opportunity: Level II trauma center Competitive base...

Physician / Hospitalist / Connecticut / Permanent / Hospitalist Needed

  • Stamford, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago

This client is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Part-Time Day Hospitalist to work a minimum of 8 shifts per month....

Physician / Psychiatry / Connecticut / Permanent / General Adult

  • Stamford, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Fairfield County, CT - A full-service med/surg hospital near Stamford, CT, and just 30 minutes from New York City, seeks a full-time Board Certified General/Adult Psychiatrist to see adults and...

Physician / Psychiatry / Connecticut / Permanent / Part-time Morning

  • Fairfield, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Come practice in Fairfield, a desirable community located in Fairfield County, which is sometimes called Connecticut's "Gold Coast" because of its affluent population. Fairfield features 5 miles...

Physician / Family Practice / Connecticut / Permanent / Family

  • Fairfield, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Come practice in Fairfield, a desirable community located in Fairfield County, which is sometimes called Connecticut's "Gold Coast" because of its affluent population. Fairfield features 5 miles...

Physician / Family Practice / Connecticut / Permanent / Family

  • Darien, CT (20 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Darien, CT (20 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 1 day ago

About the Opportunity Specialty : Internal Medicine/Family Medicine Clinical Setting : Hospital Schedule : Monday through Friday, fourand a half days per week Call: 1:11 weekdays, phone call only; weekend...

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Smithtown, NY

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

$243,050


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Smithtown, NY 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 Smithtown, NY
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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