Geriatrician Jobs in Sherwood, OR

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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Geriatrician

  • Legacy Health
  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from Sherwood, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from Sherwood, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: M.D. or D.O Approved residency in internal medicine or family practice Certified, American Board of Internal Medicine or Family Practice Certified added qualification in Geriatrics Medical...

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Geriatric Medicine Physician

  • Providence Health & Services
  • Hillsboro, OR (11 miles from Sherwood, OR)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (11 miles from Sherwood, OR)
  • 45+ days ago

Board certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine is required. Subspecialty board certification in Geriatric Medicine and/or Hospice and Palliative Medicine is preferred....

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Demographic Data for Sherwood, OR

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Salary for Geriatrician Jobs in Sherwood, OR

This is the average annual salary for Geriatrician jobs in Sherwood, OR as reported by the BLS.

$253,100


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Geriatrician positions.



Highest Education Level

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