General Practitioner Jobs in The Woodlands, 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 - Specialty (Neuro)

  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Sports Medicine PC Physician Orthopedics Kelsey-Seybold - Lake Houston

  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Required Qualifications: Applicants must be board eligible/board certified in family practice, internal medicine, physical medicine, and rehab, and/or emergency medicine with fellowship training in...

Hospitalist (Nocturnist) Needed in NE Houston, TX

  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Hospitalist (Nocturnist) Needed in NE Houston, TX Location City: Humble State: TX Zipcode: 77338 Opportunity Criteria Specialty: Family Medicine Hospitalist Internal Medicine : Nocturnist Internal Medicine...

Physician, Primary Care (Faculty Clinician) - The Woodlands, TX

  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 3 days ago

This group seeks a committed physician for Primary Care role. The provider will have direct patient care responsibilities....

Hospital Medicine Physician-Northeast-4

  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Physician, Hospital Medicine-5

  • Atascocita, TX (20 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atascocita, TX (20 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Orthopedic PC Sports Medicine Physician

  • Shenandoah, TX (2 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Shenandoah, TX (2 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Required Qualification: Board eligible/board certified in family practice, internal medicine, physical medicine, and rehab, and/or emergency medicine with fellowship training in primary care sports...

Hospital Medicine Physician

  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Physician - Cypress clinic

  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider._x000D_3....

Physician Opening at Woodlands clinic Memorial Hermann Medical Group

  • Shenandoah, TX (2 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Shenandoah, TX (2 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 10 days ago

-Primary Care Outpatient Clinic -Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician -Mon - Fri 8am-5pm -Excellent Support Staff -Limited to no call Job Description Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation...

Primary Care Physician (Family Medicine or Internal Medicine) Cypress, Texas

  • Cypress, TX (17 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cypress, TX (17 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 12 days ago

Primary Care Physician (Family Medicine or Internal Medicine) Schedule: Flexible 2 to 5 Days/Week Practice Location: Cypress, Texas Join a nationally recognized primary care organization committed to...

Physician - Family Medicine- Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, Fairfield

  • Cypress, TX (17 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Cypress, TX (17 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 14 days ago

General Role Description: The Family Medicine Physician will specialize in caring for the physical, mental and emotional well-being of their patients and their families....

Physician Sports Medicine - Orthopedics - Kelsey-Seybold - The Woodlands

  • Shenandoah, TX (2 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Shenandoah, TX (2 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Required Qualifications: Graduate of an approved training program in the United States Licensed in the State of Texas Board Certified and/or Board Eligible Hospitalist experience Compensation for this...

Physician (Specialist - Gastroenterology)

  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 15 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Physician - Hematology or Oncology

  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Our world-class community cancer centers are highlighted by a thriving primary care and specialty physician referral base, collegial multidisciplinary environment, outstanding nursing support, and a...

Demographic Data for The Woodlands, TX

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in The Woodlands, TX

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

$256,830


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in The Woodlands, TX offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.3%
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
2.7%
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 The Woodlands, 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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