General Practitioner Jobs in Elkhart, TX

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 / Surgery - Orthopedics / Texas / Permanent / General

  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Palestine is a charming east Texas town that boasts more than 1,800 historic sites, including the award-winning Main Street District. It is graced with stately homes, gorgeous scenic drives, and a...

Orthopedics Physician

  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 3 days ago

General Orthopedic Surgeon Opportunity - Palestine, TX 113m from Dallas/Fort Worth; East TexasJoin a thriving orthopedic practice in Palestine, Texas, and make a meaningful impact on patient care....

Physician / Family Practice / Texas / Permanent / Family Medicine

  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Our facility is recruiting for an additional Family Medicine physician in a group practice setting. This is an outpatient only opportunity seeing patients of all ages in a growing community....

Physician / Pediatrics / Texas / Locum Tenens / Pediatrics Locum job

  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Specialty: PediatricsStart date: Jul End date: Aug 1 2022Coverage type: Call OnlySchedule: Submissions should be with a daily flat rate and no call back rate Call will be 0700 Friday to 0700...

Physician / Pediatrics / Texas / Locum or Permanent / BC/BE

  • Oakwood, TX (20 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oakwood, TX (20 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 5 days ago

BC/BE PEDIATRICIAN Neeeded Near Oakwood, TX A 58-bed acute care facility that serves the residents near Oakwood TX and the surrounding towns is seeking a BC/BE PEDIATRICIAN to join its busy rural...

Physician / Pulmonology / Texas / Permanent / Pulmonary / Critical

  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Palestine is a charming east Texas town that boasts more than 1,800 historic sites, including the award-winning Main Street District. It is graced with stately homes, gorgeous scenic drives, and a...

Physician / Family Practice / Texas / Locum or Permanent / Family

  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Hospital employed group Outpatient primary care clinic All ages seen Deliveries/c-sections/women's health services OB call rotation 1:4 Hospitalist team for admissions Supportive primary care and OB...

Physician / Critical Care / Texas / Locum or Permanent / Outpatient

  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Seeking BE/BC Family Medicine physician for a busy, outpatient-only practice. Bilingual candidates are preferred to serve our community's patient population....

Position Details: Specialties: Internal Medicine - Hematology and Oncology, Oncology Start Date: October 11, 2023 Contract Length: Ongoing Shift: Monday Thursday, 8 am 5 pm Practice Setting: Outpatient...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician. Job in Rusk Gr8Jobs

  • Rusk, TX (22 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Rusk, TX (22 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Graduate Medical Education is an integral component at UT Health East Texas and includes accredited residency programs in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Occupational Medicine, and Psychiatry....

Family Practice - With OB Physician. Job in Palestine Gr8Jobs

  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Hospital employed group Outpatient primary care clinic All ages seen Deliveries/c-sections/women's health services OB call rotation 1:4 Hospitalist team for admissions Supportive primary care and OB...

Physician

  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

If you are board eligible/board certified in EM or family medicine (FM) with extensive ED experience, you'd make a great fit in this role. Apply today to learn more....

Physician - Family Medicine

  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palestine, TX (11 miles from Elkhart, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician to join an established Primary Care practice in Palestine, TX $125K Retention Bonuses Available for Physicians!...

Demographic Data for Elkhart, TX

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Elkhart, TX

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

$270,420


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Elkhart, TX 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 Elkhart, TX
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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