Geriatrician Jobs in Springfield, 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, Complex Care Clinic (Family or Internal Medicine), Springfield, OR - Mohawk Clinic

  • United Health Group
  • Springfield, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springfield, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Residency completed in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Completion of an accredited Geriatrics fellowship Unrestricted OR Physician Licenseor ability to obtain prior to start date....

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Geriatrician

  • Peace Health
  • Eugene, OR (3 miles from Springfield, OR)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Eugene, OR (3 miles from Springfield, OR)
  • 90+ days ago

Senior Health & Wellness Physician - Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Barger Clinic - Eugene, Oregon PeaceHealth is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physician with...

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Demographic Data for Springfield, OR

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Salary for Geriatrician Jobs in Springfield, OR

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

$295,430

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Geriatrician positions.

Highest Education Level

Geriatricians in Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Geriatrician position

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