General Practitioner Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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 (Multiple Specialties)

  • Indian Health Service
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 hours ago

Practice, General Surgery, Hospitalist, Informatics, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Oral Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Otolaryngology, Pathology, Palliative, Pediatrics...

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Physician Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Lakewood

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 hours ago

Whether you're a seasoned Family Practice Physician (without OB) or an Internal Medicine specialist, we encourage you to apply!...

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Physician Family Medicine without OB Milgard Gig Harbor

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Gig Harbor, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 hours ago

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Primary Care Physician in the beautiful Puget Sound Region of Washington State for a full-time position with an existing practice....

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Occupational Medicine Physician

  • Kaiser Permanente - Washington Permanente Medical Group
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 9 hours ago

Qualifications Medical Degree MD/DO Required BC/BE Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Required Ability to obtain: Unrestricted Federal DEA Ability to obtain: WA State Medical License Learn More about...

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INTERNAL MEDICINE PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN Washington Street Auburn practice

  • UMass Memorial Health
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 days ago

1.0 FTE UMass Memorial Medical Group seeks a new Internal Medicine Primary Care Physician to join our busy practice....

In Person Full Time

Physician/Family Practice/Washington/Locum or Permanent/Family

  • VieMed Healthcare Staffing
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 days ago

VHS is looking for a qualified Physician - Family Medicine....

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Physician Maternal Fetal Med

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 7 days ago

.ajd_overview__info.ajd_overview__info.job-info Job Summary and Responsibilities Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, a part of the Pacific Northwest Division of CommonSpirit, is actively seeking a...

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Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • MDstaffers
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 9 days ago

MDstaffers is seeking a qualified Primary Care Physician in Tacoma, WA. For more information, please apply or call 90-STAFF....

In Person Part Time

Physician - Emergency Room

  • QuarterLine Consulting Services
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 10 days ago

Physician - Emergency Room QuarterLine Consulting Services - Tacoma, WA Posted: 5/23/2026 - Expires: 8/21/2026 Job ID: 293437794 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job...

In Person Internship

Physician - Compensation and Pension

  • US Veterans Health Administration
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 10 days ago

Preferred Experience: Board Certification in Internal Medicine, Family Practice, Neurology or Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package....

Hybrid Full Time

Hospitalist - Nocturnist

  • Kaiser Permanente - Washington Permanente Medical Group
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 13 days ago

The Hospitalists also work alongside Kaiser Care Management Nurses for care plans to discharge. While at St....

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Hospitalist - Hourly Locum

  • American Public Human Services Association
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 13 days ago

Summary Kaiser Permanente - Washington Permanente Medical Group is seeking part-time Hospitalists to join our Tacoma team based at St. Joseph Hospital in Tacoma, Washington....

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Nursing Home Services Physician - Hourly Locum (South Sound)

  • Kaiser Permanente - Washington Permanente Medical Group
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 13 days ago

About Us Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is a clinician-led, self-governed and independent multi-specialty group practice, providing care to the more than 700,000 Kaiser Permanente...

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Physician - Pediatric Rheumatology

  • MultiCare
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 13 days ago

Where kids and families are always first At MultiCare Mary Bridge Childrens Hospital & Health Network, caring for kids is more than what we do its our purpose. As the state-designated Level II...

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Primary Care Physician Pearl

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 14 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 14 days ago

.ajd_overview__info.ajd_overview__info.job-info Job Summary and Responsibilities Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Primary Care Physician in the beautiful Puget Sound Region of Washington...

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Demographic Data for Tacoma, WA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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

$226,890


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA
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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