Geriatrician Jobs in Nebraska

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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Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • StaffMD
  • Nebraska City, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Nebraska City, NE
  • 1 day ago

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Geriatrician/Palliative Medicine/Academic Rank/DOQ

  • University of Nebraska Medical Center
  • Omaha, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Medicine or Family Medicine) Fellowship training in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine (or equivalent background) Strong interest in teaching and working with older adults Passion for providing geriatric...

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Demographic Data for Nebraska

Moving to Nebraska? Find some basic demographic data about Nebraska below.

Local
National
1,962,468
55,010

Salary for Geriatrician Jobs in Nebraska

This is the average annual salary for Geriatrician jobs in Nebraska as reported by the BLS.

$313,750

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Geriatrician positions.

Highest Education Level

Geriatricians in Nebraska 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 Nebraska
2-4 years
69.9%
None
17.3%
4-6 years
8.8%
1-2 years
3.1%
Less than 1 year
0.9%