Geriatrician Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL

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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IM or FP Geriatrician Physician Needed in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
21 days ago

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
21 days ago

Quick Facts: Life insurance, retirement package, CME, and medical benefits Malpractice coverage; relocation assistance Partnership opportunity Must be board certified See 20 patients per day with...

Academic Geriatrician, Asst/Assoc Prof of Clinical

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
22 days ago

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
22 days ago

Duties & Responsibilities Direct patient care on inpatient units at our University-affiliated hospital Direct patient care in our departmental outpatient clinic Supervision and teaching of internal...

Academic Geriatrician, Asst/Assoc Prof of Clinical Medicine

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
24 days ago

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
24 days ago

Academic Geriatrician, Asst/Assoc Prof of Clinical Medicine University of Illinois - Chicago

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
24 days ago

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
24 days ago

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Demographic Data for Arlington Heights, IL

Moving to Arlington Heights, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Arlington Heights, IL below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Arlington Heights, IL

Local

National

Total Population

82,767

Number of Businesses

3,151

City Size

Medium/Lg

Salary for Geriatrician Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL

This is the average annual salary for Geriatrician jobs in Arlington Heights, IL as reported by the BLS.

$187,620

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Geriatrician positions.

Highest Education Level

Geriatricians in Arlington Heights, IL offer the following education background

Doctorate Degree

60.5%

Bachelor's Degree

15.1%

Master's Degree

15.1%

Vocational Degree or Certification

4.6%

High School or GED

2.6%

Associate's Degree

1.3%

Some College

0.7%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Geriatricians in Arlington Heights, IL

2-4 years

69.9%

None

17.3%

4-6 years

8.8%

1-2 years

3.1%

Less than 1 year

0.9%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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