Geriatrician Jobs in Lady Lake, FL

A Geriatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and disabilities in older adults. They play a critical role in the medical field, providing comprehensive health care for people as they age, and advocating for their needs. Geriatricians manage multiple disease conditions, work with various healthcare professionals, and coordinate care of their patients. They are often involved in research and policy development related to geriatric health care. They provide preventive care, treating conditions like heart disease, arthritis, and Alzheimer's, and offering advice on diet and exercise to promote healthy aging.

To become a Geriatrician, a physician must first complete a residency in Internal Medicine or Family Practice, followed by a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine. They should have strong skills in communication, empathy, patience and problem-solving. An important certification they should have includes a board certification in Geriatric Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine or the American Board of Family Practice. Roles a person may have before becoming a Geriatrician include being an Internist, Family Practitioner or a General Practitioner, all of which involve managing a broad range of health conditions and coordinating care among different specialists.

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Physician / Geriatrics / Florida / Permanent / Geriatrician Needed in Ocala, Florida; Outpatient Onl

  • CompHealth.
  • Ocala, FL (21 miles from Lady Lake, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ocala, FL (21 miles from Lady Lake, FL)
  • 3 days ago

with Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm schedule, including 1-hour lunch break Manageable patient load of 12 - 15 patients per day Minimal call coverage averaging just 3 weeks per year, telephone only 100% outpatient...

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Physician / Geriatrics / Florida / Permanent / Outpatient Geriatric Medicine Physician - The Village

  • Integrity Healthcare...
  • The Villages, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • The Villages, FL
  • 4 days ago

Actively recruitingFamily Medicine, Internal Medicine or Geriatric Medicine physicians who wantto join a collaborative, team-based culture and provide patient-centered care. 60-minute appointments for...

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Monday - Friday schedule with no weekends Outpatient only with no hospital responsibilities Manageable census of 12 - 15 patients daily Minimal call schedule averaging 3 weeks per year Telephonic call...

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Demographic Data for Lady Lake, FL

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Salary for Geriatrician Jobs in Lady Lake, FL

This is the average annual salary for Geriatrician jobs in Lady Lake, FL as reported by the BLS.

$235,260


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Geriatrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Geriatricians in Lady Lake, FL offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
60.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
Master's Degree
15.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.4%
High School or GED
2.5%
Associate's Degree
1.3%
Some College
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Geriatricians in Lady Lake, FL
2-4 years
69.9%
None
17.3%
4-6 years
8.8%
1-2 years
3.1%
Less than 1 year
0.9%